Long-Term Substitute Grade 7 Math Teacher

POSITION:

Long-Term Substitute for Grade 7 Math Teacher

Putnam Middle School is seeking an innovative and motivated Long-Term Substitute Math Teacher for 7th grade. The ideal candidate will creatively and collaboratively inspire a love of mathematics and problem-solving, delivering high-quality instruction that supports student achievement and critical thinking. We are looking for an educator who can build a caring, supportive classroom environment that helps each student reach their potential while exploring the complexities of mathematical concepts.

Putnam Middle School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student's educational experience prepares them for the real world.

• Instructional Design:
  Design and implement engaging lessons in line with grade-level curriculum and state standards.
• Classroom Culture:
  Foster a classroom environment built on mutual respect, intellectual curiosity, and inclusivity.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the 7th-grade team to support interdisciplinary learning and holistic student well-being.
• Data-Driven Practice:
  Utilize assessment data to differentiate instruction and meet the diverse needs of all learners.
• Communication:
  Maintain open and professional communication with students, families, and administration.

• Certification:
  Valid CT Teaching License/Certificate with appropriate endorsement (029 or 229), or eligibility for certification.
• Experience:
  
  Previous middle school classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of
• Skills:
  
  Excellent classroom management, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
• Background Check:
  Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and meet all district employment requirements

Anticipated to be August 27, 2026 November 24, 2026

$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.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS:
Please submit your application through our website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

INTERNAL APPLICANTS:
Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to Gregory Keith, Principal

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled

Equal Opportunity Employer