<p>Job Description:</p> <p>We are looking for Building Substitutes at Calf Pen Meadow Elementary School level for the 2025-2026 school year.</p> <p>This is a 10 Month position (181-day work year) following the 2025-2026 school calendar year.</p> <p>This position is a ONE year assignment, for 2025-2026 only.</p> <p>Current CT Elementary certification is preferred.</p> <p>Salary is $145/day.</p> <p>Medical benefits offered with this position.</p> <p>Interested applicants must apply online at www.milforded.org in order to be considered for a position.</p> <p>No phone calls please.</p> <p>POSITION TITLE: Building Substitute</p> <p>UNION: None</p> <p>PAY GRADE: $145/day, 181-day work year</p> <p>OVERVIEW OF POSITION:</p> <p>The Building Substitute shall provide instructional coverage when teachers are not in attendance. The Building Substitute will play a vital role in providing a consistent, safe environment conducive to learning by following the plans and procedures put in place by the classroom teachers.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL TASKS OF THE POSITION: (Illustrative, not inclusive)</p> <ul> <li>Assume all duties and responsibilities of the regular classroom teacher </li><li>Deliver lesson plans as instructed by the regular classroom teacher and/or school administrators </li><li>Maintain a safe and orderly environment </li><li>Ensure the safety and well being of all students within the assigned classroom and appropriately respond to all emergency situations </li><li>Ensure the protection of equipment, materials, and facilities as appropriate. </li><li>Communicate in a positive way with all students, staff, and others </li><li>Manage student behavior which supports a positive learning environment </li><li>Maintain established routines of the school and classroom procedures in which assigned </li><li>Maintain a professional appearance as an example to students </li><li>Communicate effectively with parents when needed </li><li>Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and times designated </li><li>Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with Federal Law (FERPA) </li><li>Provide feedback for the regular classroom teacher </li><li>Collaborate and communicate effectively with all building staff in order to meet the current needs of students and maintain a positive work environment for all. </li><li>Maintain and enforce District policies, regulations, and procedures </li><li>Prepare/complete appropriate reports/paperwork </li><li>Attendance in accordance with established days/hours of work </li><li>Promote and support the professional learning of self and others. Set high work standards and ethics for self </li><li>Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position </li></ul> <p>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated positive, growth mindset with strong attention to nurturing relationships, and ability to foster a positive working environment. </li><li>Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff and parents </li><li>Ability to follow directions or teacher instructions and assignments </li><li>Ability to work with a range of learners from a variety of backgrounds including students with disabilities and ELL students </li><li>Possessing strong interpersonal, communication skills, and a pleasant disposition are essential </li><li>Ability to effectively communicate any relevant subject matter </li><li>Ability to work independently; excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize competing demands </li><li>Possessing superior communication skills; oral and written </li><li>Possessing initiative, independent judgment, and decision-making skills </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree required </li><li>Ability to work regular school hours, Monday through Friday </li><li>Past experience working with children in a teacher/coach/counselor--student capacity </li><li>Proficient computer skills, including, but not limited to Google Suite (Google Calendar, Google Docs, Google Drive, etc.); and other software programs </li><li>Strong organizational skills </li><li>Efficient time management </li></ul> <p>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:</p> <p>CT teaching licensure preferred</p> <p>REPORTS TO: School Principal</p> <p>WORK YEAR: 10 Months, following school calendar year</p>