School Profile
Franklin Academy is a mission-driven, college-preparatory boarding and day school serving neurodivergent students in grades 8–12 and postgraduates through an intentionally designed, skill-based educational approach. Our bright, capable, and creative students thrive in a fully immersive learning community, most of whom live on campus, where interdisciplinary academics, explicit instruction in executive functioning and self-advocacy, and a deep commitment to belonging prepare them for college and life. As Franklin approaches its 25th year, the school continues to thoughtfully evolve while honoring its relational foundation and real-world focus. The strength of Franklin lies in its people, educators, residential professionals, clinicians, and staff united by purpose-driven work and long tenures. Located on a scenic 75-acre campus along Connecticut’s Connecticut River in East Haddam, adjacent to the 700-acre Chapman Pond Preserve, Franklin is an active part of the local community with convenient access to Hartford, New Haven, New York City, and Boston.
Position Overview
Franklin Academy’s Permanent Substitute Teacher is a position centered on student support. This part-time position (Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30 AM - 2:45 PM & Tue/Thur 10:00 AM - 2:45 PM) provides instructional and student support coverage across the school community. When teachers are absent, the Permanent Substitute Teacher delivers instruction using lesson plans and materials prepared by the classroom teacher, maintains a positive learning environment, and ensures continuity of instruction. When all teachers are present, the Permanent Substitute Teacher works directly with students to provide academic, organizational, and executive functioning support, helping students engage successfully in their daily routines and school responsibilities. This role requires flexibility, strong relationship-building skills, effective communication, and a student-centered approach.
Duties
- Provide classroom coverage and instruction during teacher absences using teacher-prepared lesson plans and materials.
- Maintain a safe, productive, and respectful classroom environment.
- Take attendance, supervise students, and communicate relevant information to advisors and teachers.
- Support students in completing assigned coursework and staying engaged during instructional periods.
- Assist students with morning routines, transitions, and readiness for the school day.
- Help students organize materials, manage schedules, and navigate daily responsibilities.
- Reinforce executive functioning skills such as planning, time management, task initiation, and organization.
- Collaborate with teachers, advisors, and student support personnel to address student needs.
- Assist with study halls, academic support periods, and other student support programming as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Education, Psychology, Human Development, Special Education, or a related field.
Preferred:
- Previous experience as a substitute teacher, paraprofessional, teaching assistant, academic support specialist, or similar role.
- Experience working with neurodivergent students, including students with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, executive functioning challenges, or learning differences.
- Knowledge of classroom management strategies and differentiated instructional practices.
- Familiarity with supporting executive functioning skills, including organization, planning, time management, and task initiation.
- Experience working with school-aged students in an educational, youth development, or related setting.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing schedules, classrooms, and student needs.
Franklin Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience working with school-aged students in an educational, youth development, or related setting?
Education:
Ability to Commute:
- East Haddam, CT 06423 (Required)
Work Location: In person
