Sustitute Teacher Per Diem High School

Young World Physical Education; New Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

New Fairfield Public Schools in New Fairfield, CT, is seeking a Per Diem Substitute Teacher for the high school to start immediately. The role supports classrooms in the absence of regularly assigned teachers and requires adherence to lesson plans and district policies.

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree (CT substitute-teacher requirements) and may need state waivers if not; strong communication and classroom-management skills are essential, with background checks completed prior to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required per CT substitute-teacher requirements.
• State waiver eligible if no Bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to work effectively with students and staff across grade levels.
• Strong communication, classroom-management, and organizational skills.
• Successful completion of all required background checks and pre-employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction and supervision in the absence of the regularly assigned teacher.
• Follow lesson plans and maintain a safe and productive learning environment.
• Manage student behavior and comply with district policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Connecticut teaching certification

State waiver eligibility

Job description

New Fairfield Public Schools New Fairfield High School - New Fairfield, Connecticut Open in Google Maps

Sustitute Teacher Per Diem High School

New Fairfield Public Schools New Fairfield High School - New Fairfield, Connecticut Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in New Fairfield Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5888943
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Per Diem Substitute Teacher

SCHOOL: Districtwide

GENERAL DUTIES: Provide classroom instruction and supervision in the absence of the regularly assigned teacher. Follow lesson plans, maintain a safe and productive learning environment, manage student behavior, and comply with all district policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required in accordance with Connecticut substitute-teacher requirements; Connecticut teaching certification preferred.
• Candidates who do not hold a bachelor’s degree may be considered only if eligible for an approved state waiver.
• Ability to work effectively with students and staff across grade levels.
• Strong communication, classroom-management, and organizational skills.
• Successful completion of all required background checks and pre-employment requirements.

SALARY: $125 per day

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: upto $125 Per Day

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rebecca Lloyd
• 3 Brush Hill Rd
• New Fairfield, Connecticut 06812
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]