Building Substitute Teacher

Tantasqua-Regional-School-District-and-School-Union-6; Sturbridge (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Tantasqua Regional High School in Fiskdale, MA is seeking a Building Substitute Teacher to provide daily substitute coverage and support classroom continuity.

Anticipated start date is August 31, 2026; reports to the Building Principal/Assistant Principals. Responsibilities include following lesson plans, maintaining routines, attending meetings as requested, and communicating with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Appropriate Massachusetts Department of Education certification preferred.
• Approved CORI and Fingerprinting results.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily substitute coverage, as assigned.
• Teach the lessons outlined in the classroom teacher’s lesson plans.
• Writes a report about work completed at the end of each teaching day for absent teacher.
• Attends team meetings and IEP meetings as requested; attends parent conferences as requested.
• Maintains established routines and procedures of the school and classroom assigned.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Classroom management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Job description

Tantasqua Regional School District and School Union 61 Tantasqua Regional Senior High School – Fiskdale, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps.

Building Substitute Teacher

Job Details

• Job ID: 5890374
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Aug 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Position Type: Full-time
• Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute

Job Description

NOTICE OF VACANCY:

Building Substitute – TANTASQUA REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Anticipated Start Date: August 31, 2026

REPORTS TO: Building Principal/Assistant Principals

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide daily substitute coverage, as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their records
• provides substitute coverage for teachers, assistants or other educational staff as assigned
• reviews all plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day
• maintains established routines and procedures of the school and classroom assigned
• teaches the lessons outlined in the classroom teacher’s lesson plans
• writes a report about work completed at the end of each teaching day for absent teacher
• attends team meetings and IEP meetings as requested
• attends parent conferences as requested
• meets with teachers for curriculum discussions as requested
• meets with teachers and other specialists to discuss school issues as requested
• participates in in-service training programs and/or workshops as assigned
• performs other duties as assigned

ABILITY TO

• communicate effectively with students, teachers, and administration
• effectively apply school procedures and Student Handbook regulations
• work with children of varying abilities, including children with disabilities
• maintain cooperative, productive and flexible working relationship when dealing with students and staff
• solve practical problems with students and staff
• understand and carry out oral and written directions
• plan and organize work to meet deadlines
• provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner

KNOWLEDGE OF

• child development and challenges faced by students with and without disabilities
• curriculum expectations of grade level/discipline to which he/she is assigned
• available assistive technologies, with appropriate training
• effective use of computer and relevant educational software applications
• interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• safe operation of school equipment necessary to successfully complete daily tasks, including but not limited to copier, laminator, and paper cutter
• telephone/computer techniques and etiquette

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
• Evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Appropriate Massachusetts Department of Education certification preferred
• Approved CORI and Fingerprinting results

ANTICIPATED SALARY: The salary range is from $149.00 – $155.00 per day.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Days school is in session Hours: 7:20 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Peter Dufresne, Principal
Tantasqua High School
319 Brookfield Rd.
Fiskdale, MA 01518
[e-mail]

Welcome to Tantasqua Regional Senior High School

Mission Statement Pathways to Success Tantasqua Regional High School is a learning community that presents students with numerous pathways to success. Our school provides students of different interests, abilities, and goals with a variety of meaningful and challenging opportunities for achievement. These opportunities foster life‑long learning through academic, career, and personal growth. Tantasqua enables students to develop a sense of citizenship and to act responsibly within the school community and within our multi-cultural world. All Tantasqua students will have sufficient opportunities to accomplish the following academic, civic, and social expectations:

• Academic Expectations: Select educational pathways consistent with interests, abilities, and goals. Assume responsibility for academic achievement. Acquire, interpret, analyze, integrate and apply information in a discerning manner. Demonstrate ability to use technology appropriate to subject areas. Exhibit ability to read, write, communicate, and compute.
• Civic Expectation: Display an understanding of the participatory nature, responsibilities, and benefits of citizenship and community service in a representative democracy.
• Social Expectations: Demonstrate respect, responsibility, and maturity in interactions within the school community. Display tolerance and understanding in our multi-cultural world.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jamie Ribaudo, Director of Technical High School
• 319 Brookfield
• Fiskdale, Massachusetts 01518
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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