Long Term Substitute Math Teacher

Position Type:

Substitute/Long-Term Substitute

Location:

Silas Deane Middle School

Date Available:

immediate

Closing Date:

until filled

 Additional Information:
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

Wethersfield Public Schools

Wethersfield, CT

Math Teacher (Long-term Substitute)

Silas Deane Middle School

Date Posted:
February 20, 2026

The Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students' ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff and continuous learning.

Silas Deane Middle School has a long-term substitute Math Teacher opening from January 2026 through the end of the school year. The candidate will be responsible for the creation and implementation of engaging lessons aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). We are looking for a motivated and dedicated professional with superior collaboration skills to fill this opening.

Position:
Math Teacher (Long-term Substitute)

School:
Silas Deane Middle School

Start Date:

Immediate

End Date:
End of 2025-26 school year

Compensation: $150 per day worked, days 1-20; followed by $300 per day worked to end of assignment

Application Date:
Posting will remain open until filled

Note:

The preferred candidate will be expected to be employed through Kelly Services, our partner for substitute employment. Therefore, candidates must be willing to go through Kelly's employment process as they will not be employed directly by Wethersfield Public Schools. Candidates should apply to the Wethersfield job posting to be considered.

This position is paid on a per diem basis. There are no paid time away from work benefits associated with this temporary role.

The long-term substitute 7th grade Math Teacher will foster and promote the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assess student needs and progress, and will plan instruction to achieve desired objectives (including those appropriate for exceptional learners). The teacher will accomplish these objectives through effective communication with students, parents and colleagues, and through the use of engaging techniques and materials in a positive climate.

The primary responsibilities of the long-term substitute Math Teacher include the following:

* Plan and create lesson plans aligned with the district's curriculum and the state's core educational standards, and deliver instructional activities consistent with the targeted learning aligned with Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics strategies;

* Create, organize and utilize learning activities (discussions, projects and assessments) designed to enhance classroom teaching, support optimal learning, and develop new skills;

* Have a strong understanding and background in Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics

* Encourage student learning through peer collaboration and productive discussion;

* Adapt math curriculum for individual, small group and remedial instruction to meet student needs;

* 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;

* Evaluate student progress and achievement through formal and informal testing, and use the data to drive instruction and intervention;

* Create a classroom environment conducive to learning;

* Provide on-going feedback to students through the use of formative assessments.

Qualifications:

* Master's Degree is preferred, but not required;

* Position requires the appropriate CT Certification in Mathematics (029);

* 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.

* Ability to integrate instructional technology resources into district…