Strawberry Hill School: Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Grade 1)

Stamford Public Schools; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamford Public Schools in Stamford, CT seeks a Long-Term Substitute Teacher for Grade 1 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role covers daily/long-term substitution and requires strong understanding of basic reading, writing, and math, plus ability to maintain classroom discipline.

Compensation is $175/day uncertified or $200/day certified, with funding contingent on budget. Applicants should have CT certification or meet CSDE authorization criteria; include cover letter, resume, and references.

Qualifications

• The substitute teacher supports the regular teacher and maintains continuity of learning activities.
• Ability to communicate with students and establish a positive classroom climate in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Familiarity with basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain classroom instruction in the teacher's absence.
• Communicate progress and issues to the regular teacher.
• Uphold classroom discipline and supportive learning environment.

Job description

Strawberry Hill School: Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Grade 1) Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

Compensation

• Uncertified: $175.00 per day
• Certified: $200.00 per day

About Stamford Public Schools

The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate staff who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

General Statement

The substitute teacher replaces the regular teacher on either a daily or long term basis, and is therefore responsible for the continuation of all learning activities in the classroom. As such, they are expect to understand human growth and development and be knowledgeable about what is to be taught and demonstrate facility in the basic skills of reading, writing and mathematics, or whatever subject area they are assigned. They are expected to effectively communicate with students and establish a positive climate in the classroom in the absence of the regular classroom teacher, and maintain classroom discipline. They are also expected to communicate with the classroom teacher they are replacing, informing them of their progress in the assigned lessons and other issues that occurred in the classroom in the teacher's absence.

Connecticut State Department of Education Certification

This assignment is expected to continue for more than 40 days, and therefore we are seeking a certified candidate. If you are not currently certified in CT, but hold a Bachelor's degree and 12 credits in the content area to be taught, we will apply to the CSDE for Long-Term Substitute Authorization.

See job description attached at the top of the posting for:

• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Note

Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

Required Application Documents

• A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
• A current resume.
• External Candidates: One (1) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years, one of which is from either a current or recent supervisor.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.