Academic Coach - LONG TERM SUB

Westford Public Schools; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Westford Public Schools is seeking an Academic Coach LONG TERM SUB to support middle school students’ learning at Blanchard Middle School in Westford, MA. The role runs from 09/16/2026 to 10/30/2026 and is paid per day under the Substitute Handbook.

The coach will coordinate with teachers, support students in multiple subjects, and teach a Stride Class focusing on study skills and executive function. The position is full-time, with a daily rate of $100–$343, reporting to the Building Principal.

Qualifications

• Must be able to support students in multiple subjects (math, language arts, reading, science, social studies)
• Reports to: Building Principal
• Objective: To provide academic support to referred students so that they can successfully reclaim the status of independent learner upon return to the regular classroom.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with teachers and work with individual students to strengthen organizational skills and provide additional classroom supports.
• Teach a "Stride Class", working with students on study skills and executive function

Skills

Multi-subject support

Study skills coaching

Executive function support

Job description

Academic Coach - LONG TERM SUB

Westford Public Schools Blanchard Middle School - Westford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5911057

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 19, 2026

Job Description

Westford Public Schools is seeking an Academic Coach LONG TERM SUB to support student learning at the Middle School level.

Position will run from 09/16/2026-10/30/2026

Position is paid with guidance from our Substitute Handbook

Substitute Handbook

The Academic Coach will coordinate with teachers and work with individual students to strengthen organizational skills and provide additional classroom supports. The coach will also teach a "Stride Class," working with students on study skills and executive function.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $100 to $343 Per Day

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Tutor

Job Requirements

• Must be able to support students in multiple subjects (math, language arts, reading, science, social studies)
• Reports to: Building Principal
• Objective: To provide academic support to referred students so that they can successfully reclaim the status of independent learner upon return to the regular classroom.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Janet Keirstead , Assistant Principal
• 14 West Street
• Westford, Massachusetts 01886
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]