Day to Day Teacher Substitute

Bellingham Public Schools; Bellingham (MA); On-site; USD 17,555 - 23,034; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in Bellingham, Massachusetts, seeks a Day to Day Substitute Teacher to manage classrooms in the absence of full-time teachers. Responsibilities include implementing lesson plans, maintaining student records, and ensuring effective classroom management. Preferred candidates will hold at least a bachelor's degree and a Massachusetts DESE teaching license. The position offers a daily rate of up to $110, making it an ideal opportunity for both students and licensed teachers seeking flexible work.

Qualifications

• Good health – willing to submit to a medical examination.
• Demonstrated ability to relate favorably with staff and students.
• A high degree of patience and tact in dealing with the general public.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for instructing classes when a teacher is absent.
• Maintain attendance records and clerical work for absent teachers.
• Implement or create lesson plans based on objectives.

Skills

Patience and tact

Ability to follow directions

Good health

Integrity

Relationship-building with staff and students

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Current students who have completed their second year of college

Preferred Massachusetts DESE teacher license

Job description

Bellingham Public Schools – Bellingham, Massachusetts

Day to Day Substitute Teacher

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Job Details

• Job ID: 4404079
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Sep 09, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Title: Day to Day Substitute Teacher

FUNCTION: To supervise a classroom and follow the sub plans as left by the teacher.

NOTE: The responsibilities and duties listed below are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties do not exclude them for the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Start and end time coincide with school building hours. This is a temporary assignment, applicant hired will have the opportunity to remain on the BPS daily substitute and update information as needed.

School Building Hours:

• Elementary = 8:55am – 3:00pm
• Memorial School = 7:55am – 2:20pm
• High School = 7:30am – 2:00pm
• KMA = 8:30am – 2:30pm

DUTIES

• Substitute teachers assume the responsibility for instructing classes when a teacher is absent.
• Maintain appropriate records including attendance.
• Fulfill necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent.
• Implement substitute lesson plans for absent teachers based on the lesson plans outlined by the full-time teacher or at times may be required to create lesson plans that meet the learning objective of the class.
• Review homework and classwork and be able to correct student errors and/or provide feedback.
• Maintain proper classroom management.
• Provide guidance to students where applicable.
• Follow all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.
• Oversee pupil behavior in class and surrounding areas and maintain normal classroom routines and discipline within the classroom.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with students, staff, and parents.
• Adheres to the adopted policies of the Bellingham School Committee.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Good health – willing to submit to a medical examination.
• Current students who have completed their second year of college.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, preferred.
• Preferred Massachusetts DESE teacher license.
• Must be a person of professional and personal integrity.
• A high degree of patience and tact in dealing with the general public, parents, teachers, administrators, and prospective teachers, and other personnel.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Dedication to the service of youth.
• Demonstrated ability to relate favorably with staff and students.

Position Type

Substitute

Salary

Up to $110 Per Day

Job Categories

Substitute > Substitute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Surrette
• 4 Mechanic Street
• Bellingham, Massachusetts 02019
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]