Substitute Teacher / Science Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher Certificate: General Science, 7-12 (034)

Job Description:

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look forward to meeting you.

Position Title: 8th Grade Science - Long Term Sub

Starting Date: August 24 - December 22, 2026 (approximate dates)

Salary Range: Per teacher contract

Responsibilities: The teacher will provide science instruction to students as a member of a six person team and will perform other classroom

teaching duty assignments consistent with the requirements of the position.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have:

• Current Science Connecticut Certification (K-8, 4-8 or 7-12). Interest in working in a high-performing district in a middle school environment and commitment to promoting a positive culture;
• Ability to work with others in attaining team objectives and accomplishing interdisciplinary objectives for students, including technology integration;
• Evidence of thorough understanding of unique needs of adolescents and how their characteristics impact curriculum and instruction;
• Evidence of expertise in working with children in a heterogeneous classroom setting and ability to differentiate instruction;
• Familiarity of and/or experience in teaching science and

understanding of best practices in science;

• Familiarity and/or experience in utilizing small group instruction to support a wide-range of learners;
• Effective classroom management skills that promote a positive learning environment;
• Willingness to participate in collaborative lesson planning; and
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Application: Interested applicants are invited to apply online via the following link.

https://www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp/default.aspx

The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, status of a domestic violence victim, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut State and/or federal nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.