Position Type: Substitute/Long-Term Substitute

Date Posted: 7/8/2025

Location: Gallup Hill School

Date Available: 08/25/2025

Closing Date: Open until filled Gallup Hill Elementary School is seeking a long-term substitute Early Childhood Integrated Preschool Teacher beginning in the 2025-2026 School Year and anticipated to continue through the end of November, based on the needs of the district.

The Early Childhood Integrated Preschool Teacher will be responsible for curriculum and lesson planning and delivery, as well as assessing students and writing effective IEPs. Participation in interdisciplinary team meetings, PPTs, and parent meetings is an essential component of this position. The teacher must be skilled in providing on-going training and supervision to paraprofessionals.

Qualifications: Integrated Early Childhood/Special Education, Nursery-K: Elem 1-3 (113 or 112) required Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and paraprofessionals Knowledge of the Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS) Knowledge of the Birth to Three System and the transition to public school Strong understanding of students with developmental needs Knowledge of and experience with the principles of applied behavioral analysis and discrete trial training Develop and implement Individual Education plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and/or social development Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents Demonstrated ability to write accurate and thorough assessment reports, IEP's and progress reports Ability to positively engage teachers, students and families in the learning process Ability to collaborate with colleagues to improve learning for all students Ability to use data to make instructional decisions Physical management training required - willing to train Pay: 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. 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 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 and toileting 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.