Temporary Classroom Teacher

About the Employer

Substitute Teacher Job Description

Position:

Substitute Teacher

Location:

District

Reports To:

Building Principal

Coverage Period:

2026-2027 School Year

Job Description:

Provide instructional and classroom support to maintain a positive, safe, and productive learning environment. Support student learning by implementing teacher-directed lesson plans, encouraging student participation, and providing appropriate supervision and assistance.

Education, Training, and Experience:

Hold a valid Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) teaching certification appropriate to the assignment, when required by RIDE, preferred. Demonstrated ability to provide effective instruction and support student learning in a classroom setting. Ability to follow lesson plans and instructional directions provided by the classroom teacher and/or building administration.

Responsibilities:

Implement lesson plans and instructional activities in accordance with district goals and classroom expectations. Maintain a positive and effective learning environment that encourages student engagement and participation. Organize and supervise students to support effective instruction. Maintain classroom management strategies and established classroom routines. Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all students. Maintain confidentiality of student and school personnel information. Follow and support all school and district policies, procedures, and regulations. Follow oral and written directions and establish effective working relationships with students and staff. Promptly report student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline concerns to the appropriate administrator or designee. Perform other related duties as assigned by the building administrator(s).

Terms of Employment:

Per diem - $175/day

Important Notes:

Applying for a substitute position places you in the district’s applicant pool. Placement in the applicant pool does not guarantee employment, and not all applicants will be selected or contacted for further consideration.

Please note: individual contact between applicants and school committee members may constitute grounds for disqualifying an application.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Newport School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.