Long-Term Substitute English Language Arts Teacher

Position Type:

High School Teaching/English

Date Posted:

11/13/2025

Location:

Greenwich High School

Date Available:

01/20/2026

Closing Date:

Until filled

Greenwich Public Schools seeks a full-time long-term substitute English language arts teacher from approximately January 20, 2026, through approximately June 30, 2026; the position carries full salary and benefits for the duration of the assignment.

The teacher should be well-trained in the implementation of the CT Core Standards with rigor, purpose, and planning to meet individual student learning needs. Effective use of technology to support instruction and personalized student learning is required.

Responsibilities:

Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, use appropriate techniques, and serve the needs of all learners in the classroom

Demonstrated strong content knowledge

Maintains accurate and complete records

Assesses student learning on a continual basis and identifies areas of intervention if needed

Communicates student progress with parents through the use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences

Designs instruction to meet the needs of all learners

Designs and implements assessments that measure progress and uses assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices

Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner

Establishes and maintains professional relationships

Participates in professional learning Knowledge/Skills:

Experience working with adolescent children

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Effective, active listening skills

Ability to work effectively with others

Organizational and problem-solving skills

A sense of humor

Qualifications Profile:

CT State Certification, or certifiability, in English, Grades 7-12 (#015), required

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

The Greenwich Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The District 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 or expression, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.