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

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Permanent Building Substitute Teachers will be assigned to a school for the academic year. They will replace teachers on either a daily or long-term basis, and are responsible for the continuation of all learning activities in the classroom.

Permanent Building Substitute Teachers are required to hold at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience, hold a Connecticut Teaching Certification as well as those enrolled in Educator Prep Programs.

**Job Description - Substitute Teacher**

**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.

**Major Responsibilities:**

- Demonstrates facility in the skills of reading, writing and mathematics.

- Demonstrates knowledge of the subject to be taught.

- Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development as it relates to the teaching-learning process.

- Effectively implements instructional plans left by the classroom teacher or building administrators and uses appropriate instructional techniques.

- Effectively communicates with students.

- Helps students develop positive self-concepts.

- Establishes a positive learning environment.

- Demonstrates effective classroom management techniques.

- Communicates with the teacher they have replaced and the building administrator, to ensure that a seamless flow occurs in the learning of the student.

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**

- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time to view & operate computer equipment, and to stand for extended periods of time to assist student(s) and/or staff.

- The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop and kneel.

- The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.

- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

- Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

**Qualifications:**

- All substitute teachers are required to have at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college. A valid Connecticut teacher certificate in the subject area is required for long term assignments.

- Demonstrated excellence in teaching the subject area(s) and management of the classroom to ensure that learning occurs in the absence of the regular staff members.

- Ability to be flexible in work assignments, and handle a broad number of

- Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and educational assistants.

- Superior communication skills (oral and written).

**Work Year:**

186 days per SPS School Calendar

**Term:**

2025-2026 School Year

**2025-2026 School Year Permanent Building Substitute Teacher Rate:**

$175.00 per day

SPS Anchor: Permanent Building Substitute Teacher

**For Long-Term Substitute Teacher Positions:**

**Connecticut State Department of Education Certification:**

This assignment is expected to continue for more than 60 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.

**Long-Term Substitute Teacher Compensation:**

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

**Application Procedures:**

Online application is required.

**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 teachers 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!

**To learn more about our district, our individual schools, and why you should choose Stamford Public Schools, please Click Here!**

**General Statement:**

A competent **Mathematics Teacher ** understands growth and development, demonstrates knowledge of what is to be taught and facility in the basic skills and helps students to develop positive self-concepts. The **Mathematics Teacher ** stimulates the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assesses student needs and progress, and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives, including those appropriate for exceptional students. The **Mathematics Teacher ** accomplishes these objectives through effective communication with students, parents and colleagues, and through the use of appropriate techniques and materials in a positive climate where time, space and equipment are effectively organized for instruction. In addition, the **Mathematics Teacher ** meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community.

See **job description attached ** at the **bottom right ** 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.

**Application Procedures:**

Online application is required and must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume. **“See attached resume” is not acceptable. ** Only submitted applications of candidates who meet the stated posting requirements will be considered.

**Required Application Documents:**

To be considered for this position, please provide the following:

- A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.

- A current resume.

- Two (2) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years.

- Internal candidates must submit at least one letter from their current supervisor.

- External candidates may submit a letter from either a current or recent supervisor.

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

SPS Anchor: Long-Term Substitute Math Teacher

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