Science Teacher - Long-Term Substitute

The Woodstock Academy; Woodstock (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Woodstock Academy in Woodstock, Connecticut seeks a Science Teacher – Long-Term Substitute for October–November 2026. The successful candidate will promote 21st-century educational excellence and support high-quality science instruction, using instructional technology within a block schedule.

CT teaching certification preferred; pay is per diem from $140 to $165; citizenship or work eligibility required. This is a full-time position with duties across science subjects.

Qualifications

• CT certification preferred and CT teaching certificate desirable.
• Proven excellence in secondary school science instruction.
• Ability to use instructional technology effectively.
• Familiarity with block scheduling guidelines.
• Positive attitude, integrity, collaboration and humor.

Responsibilities

• Promote 21st century educational excellence aligned with the academy's mission.
• Support high-quality instructional practices and collaborative learning.
• Demonstrate excellence in secondary science instruction.
• Utilize instructional technology and adapt to block scheduling.

Skills

Instructional technology

Block scheduling

Science instruction

Collaboration

Secondary education experience

Education

CT Teaching Certificate

Connecticut Certification Preferred

Tools

Technology in classroom

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Science Teacher – Long-Term Substitute

October-November 2026

The successful candidate will:

• Promote 21 st century educational excellence through the vigorous support of the mission and goals of The Woodstock Academy; and
• Facilitate individual, departmental and school excellence through the support of high-quality personnel, reinforcement of best instructional practices, encouragement of a culture of collaboration, and a focus on learning.
• Connecticut 030, 031, 032, 033, or 034 certification preferred;
• Demonstrated excellence in secondary school instruction;
• Knowledge of the best practices in science, the ability to use instructional technology, familiarity with a block schedule; and
• Positive attitude, integrity, collaboration skills, and a cooperative attitude and a sense of humor, essential.

The pay rate is $140.00 per day ($165.00 per day with a CT teaching certificate).

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $140 to $165 Per diem

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher > Science: Biology
• Classroom Teacher > Science: Chemistry
• Classroom Teacher > Science: Earth & Space
• Classroom Teacher > Science: General
• Substitute > Substitute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Katie Lusa , Director of Human Resources
• Bowen Building
• Woodstock, Connecticut 06281
• Phone: [phone] x1144
• Email: [e-mail]