Substitute Teacher

BRIDGEPORT • Bridgeport, CT

22d • Onsite

About The Position

Great Oaks Charter School in Bridgeport is seeking a qualified temporary substitute to cover an extended leave of absence and teach high school Biology. The substitute will oversee daily instruction, lesson planning, laboratory management, and student support. The assignment has an open-ended duration with no fixed end date; its length depends on when the primary teacher returns.

The role includes delivering science instruction aligned with school and state standards, implementing established lesson plans and creating supplemental activities as needed, supervising laboratory experiments while maintaining safety protocols, managing the classroom, assessing student work, keeping attendance and grade records, differentiating instruction for students with diverse needs, and communicating with school staff and families.

Great Oaks describes its culture as collaborative and supportive, with weekly professional development, one-on-one instructional coaching, embedded AmeriCorps tutors in ELA and Math classrooms, paid school holidays, calendar breaks, and staff appreciation events. The school also offers flexible temporary certification options and guidance for educators working toward permanent certification.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Environmental Science), or a related STEM field.
• Valid Substitute Teaching Certificate or Credential meeting state and district requirements.
• Strong foundational knowledge of general science concepts and laboratory procedures.
• Effective classroom management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with educational technology platforms such as Google Classroom, Canvas, or PowerSchool.
• Adaptability and strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching or substitute teaching experience in a middle or high school classroom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging science instruction aligned with school and state standards.
• Implement established lesson plans and create supplemental activities as needed.
• Plan and supervise hands-on laboratory experiments while maintaining safety protocols and lab equipment standards.
• Establish and maintain a positive, structured classroom that promotes student engagement and respectful behavior.
• Grade assignments, exams, and lab reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate attendance and grade records in the student portal.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, including students with IEPs and 504 plans.
• Communicate with administration, department colleagues, and parents or guardians about student progress.
• Follow school board policies, ethical guidelines, and professional expectations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $150 per day.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives and education.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Meaningful connections with fellow educators, students, and the community.
• Weekly professional development and one-on-one instructional coaching.
• Embedded AmeriCorps tutors in ELA and Math classrooms.
• Paid school holidays and built-in calendar breaks.
• Staff appreciation events and celebrations.
• Flexible temporary certification options and guidance toward permanent certification for educators entering the field.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level