Building Substitute, King

King School; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Public Schools in Cambridge, Massachusetts seeks a Building Substitute to cover classroom and specialist duties. You’ll develop lessons, use assisted technology, and collaborate in a team-teaching environment while maintaining records and a safe, engaging classroom.

A Bachelor’s Degree or higher is required, with teaching experience in urban, multicultural settings, and strong collaboration with teachers, staff, and families. Immediate start in a dynamic K-12 district.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher required.
• Teaching experience in urban settings with multicultural student populations.
• Strong collaboration with teachers, staff, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Take over classroom instructional duties and specialist classes.
• Provide instructional support for students with disabilities per IEP.
• Develop some lessons and use assisted technology in a team-teaching environment.
• Maintain appropriate classroom records and establish clear behavior and learning expectations.

Skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: Building Substitute

Martin Luther King, Jr. School

Martin Luther King, Jr. School Community:

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School (MLK) is an innovative public school dedicated to preparing, enriching, and challenging our students for success as global citizens and scholars. We provide a comprehensive educational environment that supports diverse learners through a commitment to high-quality instruction, academic excellence, and a strong sense of community. Operating within an expanded eight-hour school day, we foster a vibrant atmosphere where teachers have the flexibility to tailor the pace of education to student needs while offering deep enrichment that captures curiosity. By prioritizing both rigorous learning and a supportive environment, we ensure our students are well-equipped to thrive as lifelong learners and engaged community members.

The Opportunity:

The Building Substitute teacher will be responsible for taking over the classroom instructional duties as well as specialist classes. Additionally, the Substitute Teacher may be required to provide instructional support for students with disabilities in accordance with their IEP. The Substitute Teacher should be able to develop some lessons, be willing to use assisted technology, and work in a team teaching environment. The Building Substitute Teacher will keep appropriate classroom records, provide a safe, nurturing environment for students, and establish clear expectations for behavior and learning.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher required. Teaching experience in an urban setting with multicultural student populations. Good collaborative skills for working with collaborating teachers, staff, and parents.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.

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Job Details

Job ID: 5990127
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cambridge Public Schools
• 135 Berkshire Street
• Cambridge, Massachusetts 02141
• Email: [e-mail]

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