Substitute Teacher

Newport Public Schools; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Newport Public Schools in Newport, Rhode Island, is seeking a Substitute Teacher to provide instructional support and help maintain a positive, safe classroom environment for the 2026-2027 school year.

The role requires following teacher-directed plans, effective communication with staff and students, and ability to adapt to district expectations. Per diem compensation is offered, with immediate starting date and district reporting to the Building Principal.

Qualifications

• Hold a Rhode Island teaching certification when required by RIDe.
• Provide instruction and support in alignment with lesson plans.
• Establish a positive, safe learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans and instructional activities.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and student engagement.
• Organize and supervise students to support instruction.
• Maintain classroom routines and management strategies.
• Ensure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
• Follow district policies and report incidents as needed.
• Establish relationships with students and staff to support learning.
• Perform related duties as assigned by building administration.

Skills

Effective instruction

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Rhode Island teaching cert

Demonstrated instructional ability

Lesson plan adherence

Job description

Newport Public School District Newport Public Schools - Newport, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Substitute Teacher

Newport Public School District Newport Public Schools - Newport, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5906097

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION:Substitute Teacher

LOCATION: District

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

COVERAGE PERIOD:2026-2027 School Year

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provide instructional and classroom support to maintain a positive, safe, and productive learning environment. Support student learning by implementing teacher-directed lesson plans, encouraging student participation, and providing appropriate supervision and assistance.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Hold a valid Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) teaching certification appropriate to the assignment, when required by RIDE, Preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective instruction and support student learning in a classroom setting.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and instructional directions provided by the classroom teacher and/or building administration.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with students, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.
• Ability to utilize technology and instructional resources appropriate to the classroom assignment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities of the position as evidenced by education, teaching experience, related educational experience, and/or the interview process.
• Any such alternatives to the above qualifications as the committee may deem acceptable and appropriate.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement lesson plans and instructional activities in accordance with District goals and classroom expectations.
• Maintain a positive and effective learning environment that encourages student engagement and participation.
• Organize and supervise students to support effective instruction.
• Maintain classroom management strategies and established classroom routines.
• Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Follow and support all school and District policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Follow oral and written directions and establish effective working relationships with students and staff.
• Promptly report student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline concerns to the appropriate administrator or designee.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the building administrator(s).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Per diem - $175/day

Please Note: Applying for a substitute position places you in the District’s applicant pool. Placement in the applicant pool does not guarantee employment, and not all applicants will be selected or contacted for further consideration.

Applicants are not to approach members of the Newport School Committee. Individual contact between applicants and School Committee members may constitute grounds for disqualifying an application.

Providing Students Opportunities and Access to the World Through Quality Education

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Newport School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Central Office
• Newport, Rhode Island 02840
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]