Per Diem 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 expected to understand human growth and development and to 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, 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.

• 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 a seamless flow in the learning of the student.

• 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.

• Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college; OR
  • Experience working with school-age children.
    • Note:
      
      District's can apply for a waiver to allow individuals without a bachelor's degree, but with experience working with school-age children, to work as a substitute teacher in Connecticut. This authorization/waiver must be held before the individual can begin working.
• 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 tasks.
• Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and educational assistants.
• Superior communication skills (oral and written).
• Knowledge of and/or demonstrate the ability to learn and implement Operating Systems (i.e. Windows);
  Office suites (i.e. Microsoft Office, Google Docs);
  Presentation Software (i.e. PowerPoint, Keynote);
  Spreadsheets (i.e. Excel, Google Spreadsheets);
  Communication and Collaboration tools (i.e. Skype);
  Accounting Software (i.e. Quick Books);
  Student Information Systems (i.e. Naviance, Power School); or any other technology deemed relevant for this position.

School Year Daily Substitute Para educator Rate - as of 01/01/2026: $120.00 per day