Long-Term Substitute English Teacher

Wethersfield Public Schools•Wethersfield, CT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students' ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff and continuous learning. Silas Deane Middle School has an opening for a Long-term Substitute English Teacher. We are targeting filling this role immediately for the start of the 2026-2027 academic year. This position is anticipated to last through the end of 2026.

Requirements

Position requires the appropriate CT Certification in English (015)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
Ability to meet deadlines with severe time constraints
Ability to handle and treat information confidentially
Ability to plan and organize work schedule and set priorities
Ability to work independently and efficiently

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Create lesson plans aligned to the CCSS and deliver instructional activities consistent with the targeted learning
Create, organize and implement learning activities, such as simulations, debates and experiential exercises designed to enhance classroom teaching, support optimal learning, and develop new skills
Encourage student learning through peer collaboration and productive discussion
Guide students, individually and in groups, in preparing for different types of assessments
Collaborate with colleagues in the development and utilization of unit lessons and learning assessments
Provide on-going feedback to students through the use of formative assessments