Long Term Substitute Middle School Special Education Teacher
Ledyard School District
Temporary
On-site
Connecticut, United States
- Position Type:
Substitute/Long-Term Substitute - Date Posted:
8/19/2025 - Location:
Ledyard Middle School - Date Available:
ASAP - Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Ledyard Public Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute Middle School Special Education Teacher to work with students in the Resource program beginning in the 2025-2026 school year and anticipated to continue through mid- November, based on the needs of the district. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience working with a range of learning differences using strategies to support students within the general education setting. - Connecticut Special Education Certification required (165, 065 or 265)
- Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and paraprofessionals
- Strong case management skills
- Experience with developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and/or social development
- Effectively communicate with students and parents
- Demonstrated ability to write accurate and thorough assessment reports, IEP’s and progress reports
- Experience with instructional strategies related to literacy and numeracy at the middle school level, as well as, modifying curriculum within the general education setting
- Knowledge and skills related to progress monitoring student data as it relates to goals/objectives
- Engage positively with teachers, students and families in the learning process
- Collaborate with colleagues to improve learning for all students
- Utilize data to make instructional decisions
- 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 $278.61 beyond the 40th consecutive day worked in the same assignment.
- 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.
- Position can require physical interaction with students who have difficulty regulating emotions and controlling behavior.
- Must occasionally lift, move, or support other staff with physically escorting students.
Qualifications:
To Apply:
Applications will only be accepted online. **Review of applications may begin immediately. Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website, 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 stats, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.