Long Term Substitute- Chemistry

Join to apply for the Long Term Substitute – Chemistry role at Wethersfield Public Schools
. This opening is for a high school science teacher who will lead chemistry instruction as a long‑term substitute.

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Science – Chemistry

Location:

Wethersfield High School, Wethersfield, CT

Date Available:

Immediate
Closing Date:
Until filled
Compensation: $135/day

Reports To: Science Department Head / School Principal
Anticipated Dates: Starting 11/10/25 (end TBD)

• Create lesson plans aligned to appropriate state and national standards, and deliver instructional activities consistent with the targeted learning.
• Create, organize and utilize unique learning activities and experiential exercises designed to enhance classroom teaching and to support the students’ optimal learning and development of new skills.
• Encourage student learning through peer collaboration and productive discussion.
• Guide students, individually and in groups, in preparing for different types of assessments.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the development and utilization of unit lessons and learning assessments.
• Provide individualized student mentoring.
• Assist in the selection of instructional materials, equipment, and classroom supplies.
• Provide on‑going feedback to students through the use of formative assessments.

• Master’s Degree is preferred, but not required.
• Position requires the appropriate CT Certification in Chemistry (031).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
• Ability to meet deadlines with time constraints.
• Ability to handle and treat information confidentially.
• Ability to plan and organize work schedule and set priorities.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.

Interested applicants must apply online at:
Candidates will be employed through Kelly Services, the partner for substitute employment. Candidates must be willing to go through Kelly’s employment process.

The Wethersfield Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons and equal access to Boy Scouts of America and to other designated youth groups. The Wethersfield Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity of expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.

The Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding the Wethersfield Public School System’s nondiscrimination policies and practices should be directed to:
Title IX Coordinator, Director of Special Services, 127 Hartford Avenue, Wethersfield, CT 06109.