Long-Term Substitute Elementary STEM Teacher

Ledyard Public Schools is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Elementary STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Teacher to fill anticipated vacancies beginning January 2027 and continuing through the end of the School Year (based on the needs of the district.) Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the successful candidate will oversee, and implement creative and innovative academic programs and curriculum related to STEM

Essential Responsibilities:

• Delivers STEM-oriented instruction
• Implements state science standards
• Attends professional development and training related to STEM programs and methodologies, staying abreast of current research
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward curriculum goals and student learning Uses technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration
• Organizes, develops, and coordinates special STEM events/activities such as Invention Convention

Qualifications:

• Elementary Teaching Certification (001, 002, 013, or 305)
• Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers, support staff, and parents
• Success using a variety of teaching styles that facilitate independent and group learning activities
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Promotion of a positive learning environment responsive to and respectful of the needs of students
• Enthusiasm for teaching and learning

Additional Duties:

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Salary and Benefits:

• The daily rate for substitute teachers is $130. Please note for long term substitute positions (40+ days): The daily rate for long term substitute teachers with certification is $283.49 beyond the 40th consecutive day worked in the same assignment

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child

To Apply:

Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately. Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website, https://www.ledyard.net/page/employment-opportunitiesor Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/ to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.