Dynamic SPED Resource Teacher — Long-Term Substitute

Young World Physical Education; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington Public Schools (MA) seeks a 1.0 FTE Long-Term Substitute Special Education Resource Teacher at Diamond Middle School in Lexington, MA. The role reports to the Building Principal and/or Department Head and covers a leave from approx. Aug 31, 2026 to approx. Nov 2, 2026.

The candidate must hold appropriate licensure in the subject and grade level, with strong communication skills and tech proficiency. Per diem pay is $175 for days worked; non-benefits eligible, at-will position.

Qualifications

• Appropriate licensure in the subject and at the grade level posted strongly preferred.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and possess a high level of capability with technology.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs grade 7 & 8 students in an Academic Support during assigned class time and in the locations and at designated times.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to communicate these objectives to students.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

Skills

Communication skills

Tech proficiency

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Lexington Public Schools (MA) seeks a 1.0 FTE Long-Term Substitute Special Education Resource Teacher at Diamond Middle School in Lexington, MA. The role reports to the Building Principal and/or Department Head and covers a leave from approx. Aug 31, 2026 to approx. Nov 2, 2026.

The candidate must hold appropriate licensure in the subject and grade level, with strong communication skills and tech proficiency. Per diem pay is $175 for days worked; non-benefits eligible, at-will position.