Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Long-Term Substitute Teacher — Fifth Grade

Centreville Layton School | Wilmington, Delaware
Assignment Duration: Through November 20, 2026

About Centreville Layton School

Centreville Layton School is an independent K–12 school serving students who learn differently. Our mission is to provide a robust educational and cultural experience that strengthens learning strategies, develops problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, and helps students reach their potential.

Our students have a range of learning needs, which may include dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD, autism, anxiety, language-based learning differences, and executive-functioning challenges. We recognize each student’s strengths and provide individualized support to help students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Strong relationships, clear expectations, and collaboration among faculty and families are central to our approach.

Position Overview

Centreville Layton School seeks a caring, flexible, and dependable long-term substitute teacher for our fifth-grade classroom. The assignment will last through November 20, 2026, with the possibility of an extension.

The substitute teacher will work closely with Lower School faculty and school leadership to maintain continuity of instruction and provide a structured, supportive classroom environment. The ideal candidate will understand that students may need different approaches, additional practice, and explicit guidance to demonstrate their understanding and build independence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction using established curriculum, lesson plans, and classroom routines, developing or adapting lessons as needed.
• Adjust instruction, materials, and pacing to meet students’ individual learning needs.
• Implement established accommodations and learning supports in collaboration with faculty and school leadership.
• Create a welcoming classroom environment with predictable routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement.
• Support students in developing organization, task initiation, time management, and other executive-functioning skills.
• Use patient, proactive, and relationship-centered approaches to classroom management.
• Monitor student understanding, assess progress, and maintain accurate records of work and performance.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Communicate with families regarding student progress and concerns in coordination with school leadership.
• Fulfill classroom supervision and other duties associated with the teaching assignment.
• Maintain student confidentiality and follow school policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in education, special education, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience teaching or supporting elementary-age students is preferred.
• Experience working with students with learning differences is highly desirable.
• Teaching certification is preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and the ability to adapt instruction to a variety of learning profiles.
• A commitment to helping students build confidence, independence, and a positive relationship with learning.
• Availability for the full assignment through November 20, 2026

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a résumé and a brief statement of interest to Rich Taubar, Head of School, Centreville Layton School. Candidates are encouraged to describe any relevant experience working with elementary students or students with learning differences.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.  Must have the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Must have the ability to understand and present materials and communicate with constituents and co-workers in a harmonious manner.

Centreville Layton School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by all federal, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and fair employment practices. Employment opportunities are based upon the individual’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and free from discrimination because of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.