Substitute Teacher

Ledyard Public Schools is seeking Substitute Teachers in all subject areas for the 2026-2027 school year. As a substitute teacher you serve a vitally important function in the education of our students. Substitute teachers are responsible for following lesson plans, supervising students, maintaining a classroom environment conducive to learning and respectful of the needs of students.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required **(see below)
• Connecticut teaching certificate preferred
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Must be age 18 or older
• Enthusiasm for teaching and learning

**For educators who do not have a bachelor's degree, a district can apply for a waiver using the following steps: The district may submit an online application detailing the applicant's experience with school-age children.

Pay:

• The daily rate for substitute teachers is $130.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow directions and deliver lesson plans within a wide variety of settings
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated work ethic
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Enjoy working with students
• Ability to work with a diverse student population

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 Ledyard Public Schools Employment Opportunities or 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.