Elementary Teacher - Long Term Substitute (Grade 5)

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools' Mason-Rice Elementary School in Newton, Massachusetts seeks an Elementary Teacher for a long-term substitute position focused on Grade 5. The teacher will deliver instruction, develop lesson plans within district guidelines, collaborate with staff, and engage families in student progress discussions.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree, MA DESE Elementary license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Massachusetts DESE license for Elementary Education.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains an effective and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children.
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal classroom climate.
• Participates in meetings and professional development to improve instruction and align with district initiatives.
• Assesses student progress toward targets and documents progress.
• Provides feedback on progress to students, parents, and administration.
• Holds parent conferences in fall and spring to discuss individual student progress.
• Instructs students in ELA, math, science, social studies, and anti-bullying curriculum.
• Prepares daily lessons and activities.
• Maintains consistent, reliable attendance for supervision and instruction.

Skills

Excellent oral and written

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Massachusetts DESE license

Master’s Degree in Education

Job description

Elementary Teacher - Long Term Substitute (Grade 5)

Newton Public Schools Mason-Rice Elementary School - Newton, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5946874

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 14, 2027

Job Description

Department: Elementary Education

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Non-Exempt, Non-Aligned (LTS)

Reports To: Building Principal

SUMMARY

An elementary teacher provides a developmentally appropriate educational program for students. They are responsible for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas, developing lesson plans and delivering instruction within established curriculum guidelines, collaborating with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators to improve instruction, and engaging parents/guardians in conversations with regard to instructional programs and student progress.

This role will be focused on elementary school students in Grade 5.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Education
• Demonstrated experience with kindergarten learning principles

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Creates and maintains an effective and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal classroom climate
• Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development activities to improve instruction and become up to date on district initiatives
• Assesses student progress towards learning targets, objectives, and expectations
• Collects data to document student progress and aid in planning
• Provides feedback on progress to students, parents, and administration
• Holds parent conferences in the fall and spring to discuss individual student progress
• Instructs students in English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and an anti-bullying curriculum
• Prepares daily lessons and activities
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students
• Provides targeted intervention to close student learning gaps
• Bachelor’s Degree
• A valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: upto $190 Per Day

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jacob Bultema
• Horace Mann Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]

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