About this role
Job Title: Grade 4 Teacher - Long Term Substitute
Location: Springbrook Elementary
Class Title: Regular- Exempt - WTA
Effective Date: 10/14/2026
Salary Range: $150 - $175 per day
Hours per week: /Full Time
General Statement: This position requires teaching and writing elementary school curriculum.
Responsibilities
- Plans and implements problem based learning units.
- Possesses knowledge and skills in differentiating learning processes, content, and assessments.
- Motivates learners.
- Collaborates and participates in development of programs that support the learning needs of all students.
- Demonstrates commitment to establishing/maintaining frequent communication with parents/guardians.
- Interest in and knowledge of history, geography, civics and government.
- Ability to adapt to the various ages within an elementary school setting.
- Proficient in technological applications and presentation.
- Possesses the ability to establish community partnerships that will support student learning.
- Adheres to the requirements and standards of the Rhode Island Department of Education Educator Evaluation process.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications
- Experience:
- Knowledge of elementary curriculum, including differentiated instruction.
- Knowledge of curriculum design, lesson planning, and pedagogy, experience preferred.
- Experience in innovative, problem based instruction preferred.
- Education:
- Bachelor degree required.
- Certification & Licensing:
- Must meet the current RI Department of Education requirements and or certifications.
Please Note: We encourage internal movements that increase innovation, and encourage employees to stay and grow within our District. Please note that all assignments are subject to change based on the needs of the District. Additionally, school year positions, both certified and non-certified, posted during the school year are temporary unless otherwise indicated to allow for internal movement at the close of the respective school year.
Westerly Public School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.