Elementary Teacher - Long Term Substitute (Grade 5)

Underwood Elementary School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Underwood Elementary School, part of Newton Public Schools, seeks a Long Term Substitute for Grade 5. The role covers a leave from January 27, 2027 to approximately May 3, 2027.

Responsibilities include delivering ELA, math, science, social studies, and anti-bullying curricula while collaborating with staff and engaging families. The ideal candidate holds a Massachusetts elementary licensure, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Manage student behavior to ensure safety and a positive classroom climate.
• Deliver instruction in line with curriculum and progress toward learning targets.
• Prepare daily lessons and activities and document student progress.
• Conduct parent conferences in fall and spring to discuss progress.
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in district initiatives.

Skills

Excellent oral and written comms

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree in Education

Job description

Elementary Teacher - Long Term Substitute (Grade 5)

Starting Date: Jan 27, 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 and will be covering a leave fromJanuary 27th to approx.May 3rd.

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

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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.

Elementary Teacher - Long Term Substitute (Grade 5)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5978606
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Jan 27, 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 and will be covering a leave fromJanuary 27th to approx.May 3rd.

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

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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

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sujan S. Talukdar
• Email: [e-mail]

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