6th Grade English/Language Arts teacher (Long-Term Substitute) Job ID 1328

Bedford Public Schools (MA); Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedford Public Schools invites applications for a Long Term Substitute English/Language Arts Writing Teacher for 6th Grade from August 31, 2026 through October 2026. The role includes creating an engaging classroom environment, enforcing school policies, and delivering aligned instruction to support district goals.

The candidate should demonstrate subject knowledge, be able to plan lessons with clear objectives, and employ diverse instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• Criminal Record Check (C.O.R.I.) completed
• National Background check fingerprinting completed
• Master's Degree Preferred
• Massachusetts licensure or ability to qualify for temporary license

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
• Demonstrate knowledge of subject area.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
• Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Perform other such duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Principal and/or Program Director or Program Administrator, consistent with the BEA Contract.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students.

Education

Master's degree

Massachusetts licensure or temporary license eligibility

Job description

Bedford Public Schools

Invites Applications For The Position Of

Long Term Substitute English/Language Arts Writing Teacher

6th Grade

August 31, 2026 - October 2026

• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
• Demonstrate knowledge of subject area.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
• Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Perform other such duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Principal and/or Program Director or Program Administrator, consistent with the BEA Contract.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check (C.O.R.I.)
• Successful completion of National Background check (fingerprinting)
• Master's Degree Preferred
• Massachusetts licensure or ability to qualify for temporary license

Salary/Benefits

Per BEA and BPS contract

Bedford Public Schools are committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse staff. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity, in both academic and work spaces, by fostering a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse employees and students have equitable access to the resources and opportunities needed to thrive personally, professionally, and academically.