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A Substitute Teacher teaches or supervises classes for teachers who are away on leave or sick. May substitute for teachers at several different schools or school districts. May substitute for one day or for a longer term absence; may follow lesson plans developed by the regular teacher, or work with teacher who will be out to create new lesson plans and assignments.
$41,988 / year median in Rhode Island
+16% projected growth
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Occupation:
Substitute Teachers, Short-Term
Location:
Woonsocket, RI - 02895
Job Type:
Part Time (Less than 30 Hours)
Posted:
08/03/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
SchoolSpring
Web Site:
www.schoolspring.com
Job #: 5865494
Job Requirements and Properties
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Full Time Schedule
Part Time
Job Description
Help for Partial Job Description. Opens a new window. This employee is responsible for carrying out the lesson plans of the teacher for whom he/she is substituting and meeting the duties of teaching as outlined in laws and policies. Duties of this position include but are not limited to: 1.
Programming:
a. Following the lesson plan left by the teacher for whom he/she is substituting in accordance with district's philosophy, goals and objectives. b. Meeting and instructing assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. c. Establishing and maintaining order in the classroom. d. Maintaining a classroom environment conducive to effective learning. e. Taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, materials, equipment and facilities. f. Assisting in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and School Committee Policies 2.
Public Relations:
a. Cooperating with school personnel. b. Establishing and maintaining cooperative relations with other employees. 3.
Reporting:
a. Reporting to the principal or his/her designee at the beginning and end of the school day. 4. Other responsibilities as directed by the principal.