Position Type:
Substitute/Long Term Substitute Teacher
Date Posted:
5/18/2026
Location:
Putnam Middle School
Date Available:
08/24/2026
POSITION: Long-Term Substitute for Grade 7 Math Teacher
Putnam Middle School is seeking an innovative and motivated Long-Term Substitute Math Teacher for 7th grade. The ideal candidate will creatively and collaboratively inspire a love of mathematics and problem-solving, delivering high-quality instruction that supports student achievement and critical thinking. We are looking for an educator who can build a caring, supportive classroom environment that helps each student reach their potential while exploring the complexities of mathematical concepts. Putnam Middle School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student's educational experience prepares them for the real world.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
RATE OF PAY: $160.00 per day.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website:
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to Gregory Keith, Principal
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Substitute/Long Term Substitute Teacher
Date Posted:
5/18/2026
Location:
Putnam Middle School
Date Available:
08/24/2026
POSITION: Long-Term Substitute for Grade 7 Math Teacher
Putnam Middle School is seeking an innovative and motivated Long-Term Substitute Math Teacher for 7th grade. The ideal candidate will creatively and collaboratively inspire a love of mathematics and problem-solving, delivering high-quality instruction that supports student achievement and critical thinking. We are looking for an educator who can build a caring, supportive classroom environment that helps each student reach their potential while exploring the complexities of mathematical concepts. Putnam Middle School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student's educational experience prepares them for the real world.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Instructional Design: Design and implement engaging lessons in line with grade-level curriculum and state standards.
- Classroom Culture: Foster a classroom environment built on mutual respect, intellectual curiosity, and inclusivity.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the 7th-grade team to support interdisciplinary learning and holistic student well-being.
- Data-Driven Practice: Utilize assessment data to differentiate instruction and meet the diverse needs of all learners.
- Communication: Maintain open and professional communication with students, families, and administration.
- Certification: Valid CT Teaching License/Certificate with appropriate endorsement (029 or 229), or eligibility for certification.
- Experience: Previous middle school classroom teaching experience preferred.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of
- Skills: Excellent classroom management, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
- Background Check: Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and meet all district employment requirements
RATE OF PAY: $160.00 per day.
- Beginning on day 41, a certified substitute teachers' rate of pay will be based on the first step of the teachers' contract.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website:
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to Gregory Keith, Principal
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer