Rippowam Middle School: Long-Term Substitute Writing Teacher

Rippowam Middle School:
Long-Term Substitute Writing Teacher

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Long-Term Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted:
  1/28/2026
• Location:
  
  Stamford, CT
• Date Available:
  
  02/04/2026

For Long-Term Substitute Teacher Positions:

Connecticut State Department of Education Certification:
This assignment is expected to continue for more than 60 days, and therefore we are seeking a certified candidate. If you are not currently certified in CT, but hold a Bachelor's degree and 12 credits in the content area to be taught, we will apply to the CSDE for Long-Term Substitute Authorization.

Application Procedures:
Online application is required.
About Stamford Public Schools:
The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.
SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate teachers who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!
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General Statement:
The Interdisciplinary Writing Teacher instructs students to develop their writing skills across different subjects. They have a deep understanding of the growth and development of students and what needs to be taught to facilitate basic skills. They work to enhance students' ability to express their thoughts cohesively while emphasizing collaboration and peer feedback, empowering students to become proficient writers equipped to tackle diverse writing tasks.

The teacher values effective written communication in various disciplines. They work to stimulate each student's independence as a learner, effectively assess their needs and progress, and plan instruction to achieve selected objectives, including those appropriate for exceptional students. To accomplish these objectives, the teacher uses proper techniques and materials in a positive learning environment where time, space, and equipment are effectively organized for instruction.

They also effectively communicate with students, parents, and colleagues. In addition, they deliver an engaging curriculum aligned with the Common Core State Standards for writing, focusing on writing arguments to support claims with clear reasoning and relevant evidence, writing informative or explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information, and writing narratives using effective techniques, appropriate details, and well-structured event sequences.

The Interdisciplinary Writing Teacher reports to the building administration and collaborates with the grade-level team to implement interdisciplinary writing units.
See job description attached at the bottom right of the posting for:

• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

Application Procedures:
Online application is required and must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume. "See attached resume" is not acceptable. Only submitted applications of candidates who meet the stated posting requirements will be considered.

Required Application Documents:
To be considered for this position, please provide the following:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
• A current resume.
• Two (2) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years.
  • Internal candidates must submit at least one letter from their current supervisor.
  • External candidates may submit a letter from either a current or recent supervisor.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.