Long-Term Substitute Teacher – Grade 3

Long-Term Substitute Teacher Grade 3

Putnam Elementary School is seeking a highly professional and collaborative long-term substitute teacher to lead a grade 3 classroom for the upcoming fall term. The successful candidate will assume full instructional and classroom management responsibilities; including lesson design, student assessment, and progress monitoring. We are looking for a dedicated educator who can seamlessly maintain academic rigor, implement differentiated learning strategies, and foster a supportive, structured environment where all students in the classroom can thrive.

Putnam Elementary School fosters a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Our district facilitates robust district-wide alignment and support across all three schools, ensuring each student's educational experience comprehensively prepares them for the real world.

Major duties and responsibilities:

• Instructional leadership:
  Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons across core subjects (reading, writing, math, science, social studies) aligned with Connecticut standards.
• Classroom management:
  Maintain an organized, safe, positive, and structured classroom culture rooted in mutual respect and clear routines.
• Assessment & monitoring:
  Monitor student progress, grade assignments, and utilize formative assessments to differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs.
• Collaboration & communication:
  Partner closely with the grade 3 team and specialized support staff. Maintain professional, proactive communication with families regarding student progress.

Minimum qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• Certification:
  Valid Connecticut teaching certification (or documented eligibility) in one of the following endorsements is highly preferred: endorsement 305: elementary education (grades 16) endorsement 113: elementary education (grades n3).
• Skills:
  
  Strong classroom management skills, familiarity with elementary curricula, and the ability to seamlessly step into an established team framework.

Dates: approximately August 24, 2026 November 14, 2026

Rate of pay: $160.00 per day beginning on day 41, a certified substitute teachers' rate of pay will be based on the first step of the teachers' contract.

Application procedure: external applicants: please submit your application through our website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). internal applicants: please submit a letter of interest to Kaye Jakan, principal Final date to receive applications: open until filled equal opportunity employer