Stillmeadow Elementary School: Long-term Substitute PreKindergarten Teacher

Job Title

Stillmeadow Elementary School:
Long‑term Substitute Pre Kindergarten Teacher ()

Stamford, CT

Substitute / Long‑Term Substitute Teacher

Certified: $200 per day
Uncertified: $175 per day

A competent Pre-K Teacher understands growth and development, demonstrates knowledge of what is to be taught and facility in the basic skills and helps students to develop positive self‑concepts. The Pre-K Teacher stimulates the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assesses student needs and progress, and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives, including those appropriate for exceptional students. The Pre-K Teacher accomplishes these objectives through effective communication with students, parents and colleagues, and through the use of appropriate techniques and materials in a positive climate where time, space and equipment are effectively organized for instruction.

In addition, the Pre-K Teacher meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community.

• Certified by the Connecticut State Department of Education; if not currently certified, must hold a Bachelor’s degree and at least 12 credits in the content area to be taught (CSDE will apply for Long‑Term Substitute Authorization).
• Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education, or ESL, or with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English will be given preference.

• Online application is required.

Stamford Public Schools values a diverse, inclusive workforce and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate teachers who help us achieve our mission and vision.