Upper School Physics Substitute — Leave Coverage (Oct–Nov)

Paul Cuffee Upper School; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul Cuffee School in Providence, RI seeks a long-term substitute for Upper School Physics from October 2026 to November 2026. The teacher will deliver physics instruction, run clubs as needed, and fulfill duties beyond classroom teaching.

The role requires a valid RI teaching certification for secondary grades and a commitment to fostering rigorous academic work and student growth within a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Rhode Island Department of Education Certification.
• Secondary Grades Physics Teacher, 6-12.
• National background check (after offer).
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and implements well-organized curricula in which students are engaged in relevant, thoughtful, challenging work.
• Differentiates lessons, units, assessments, etc. based on the needs of each student.
• Establishes a learning environment of serious scholarship and high expectations that supports students’ interests, talents, and needs.
• Employs techniques that stimulate critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Uses a variety of current technologies to enhance instruction and advance students’ technological literacy.
• Uses various methods of assessment; uses assessment information to plan instruction.
• Supports students’ social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Defines, communicates, and upholds acceptable standards of student behavior and develops open communication, mutual respect, and rapport with students.
• Communicates effectively with all constituents.
• Fulfills time commitments.
• Spends time outside of school preparing.
• Contributes to a positive collegial environment; collaborates with colleagues.
• Strengthens skills and knowledge through reflection, feedback, workshops, seminars, and collegial sharing and participates openly in professional development, mentoring, and coaching.
• Keeps accurate records and completes all tasks in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates appropriate depth of knowledge in subject matter.
• Models the behavior and expectations of our school community.
• Honors confidentiality.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Rhode Island Certification

Job description

Paul Cuffee School in Providence, RI seeks a long-term substitute for Upper School Physics from October 2026 to November 2026. The teacher will deliver physics instruction, run clubs as needed, and fulfill duties beyond classroom teaching.

The role requires a valid RI teaching certification for secondary grades and a commitment to fostering rigorous academic work and student growth within a diverse community.