ES Building Substitute

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School

Worcester (MA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 44,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

403(b) with Match

Professional Development Stipend

Dash Pass

YMCA Discounts

HRA & FSA

Sick Time with Sick Bank

Personal Days

Job summary

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA is seeking a dedicated Building Substitute Teacher for a full-time, temporary role. You will provide instructional support across classrooms when regular teachers are absent, ensuring continuity of education and aligning with standards.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Education or related field, with preferred licensure and prior classroom experience.

Qualifications

Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Licensure: Massachusetts DESE licensure is not strictly required for substitute teachers, license is preferred and may be required for long-term assignments.
Experience: Prior teaching or classroom experience is preferred.
Skills: Strong classroom management abilities, effective communication skills, and the capacity to adapt to different educational settings and student needs.

Responsibilities

Deliver lesson plans and instructional materials left by absent teachers, ensuring alignment with the school's curriculum and educational standards.
Maintain effective classroom management, fostering a positive and productive learning environment.
Adapt to various teaching assignments and grade levels as needed, demonstrating flexibility and versatility.
Collaborate with school staff to support student learning and address challenges that arise during instructional periods.
Communicate pertinent information or feedback to school administrators regarding student performance or classroom experiences.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Abby Kelley Foster Charter Elementary School - Worcester, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

ES Building Substitute

Location: Abby Kelley Foster Charter Elementary School - Worcester, Massachusetts

Reports To: Building Principal

Subordinates: None

Position Type: Temporary Full-Time, Exempt

School Year: School Year 2026-2027

Salary Range: $40,000 Per Year or $225 Per Day (Substitute Scale School Year 2026-2027)

Job Details

Job ID: 5908231

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Building Substitute Teacher to join our team on a full-time, temporary basis. The Building Substitute Teacher will be responsible for providing consistent instructional support across various classrooms, ensuring continuity of education in the absence of regular teachers. This role is benefit-eligible and requires flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to student success.

This job description outlines the core duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required in this role. The ideal candidate should be flexible and adaptable in meeting the evolving needs of the District.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver lesson plans and instructional materials left by absent teachers, ensuring alignment with the school's curriculum and educational standards.
Maintain effective classroom management, fostering a positive and productive learning environment.
Adapt to various teaching assignments and grade levels as needed, demonstrating flexibility and versatility.
Collaborate with school staff to support student learning and address any challenges that arise during instructional periods.
Communicate any pertinent information or feedback to school administrators regarding student performance or classroom experiences.

Qualifications

Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Licensure: While Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) licensure is not strictly required for substitute teachers, possession of a teaching license is preferred and may be required for certain long-term assignments.
Experience: Prior teaching or classroom experience is preferred.
Skills: Strong classroom management abilities, effective communication skills, and the capacity to adapt to different educational settings and student needs.

Additional Requirements

Background check and fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts regulations.

Important Note

Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Compensation and Benefits

Temporary Full-Time Position with compensation based the Substitute Teacher Scale.
Medical/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
403(b) & ROTH403(b) with Match
Stipend for Professional/Personal Development
Dash Pass (DoorDash)
YMCA Discounts
Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML)
Sick Time with Sick Bank
Personal Days
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Mission

The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist families in their role as primary educators of their students by providing a liberal arts education representative of diverse works and global perspectives and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.

Welcome to Abby Kelley Foster Charter Elementary School

OUR HISTORYLocated in Worcester, Massachusetts and founded in 1998, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women’s rights movements.Charter schools are independent public schools that operate under five-year charters granted by the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and governed by a Board of Directors/Trustees. Abby Kelley has had its Charter renewed consistently, without conditions, since 2003. Currently, the school is in the second year of its most recent five-year Charter term.Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women’s rights movements.

OUR MISSIONThe mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence and character formation.In support of this mission Abby Kelley each month (September -June) emphasizes a Character Virtue all students are encouraged to keep in mind in their day to day lives. The Abby Kelley Character Virtues are; Responsibility, Truth, Citizenship, Fairness, Respect, True Friendship, Kindness, Perseverance, Self Discipline and Courage.

OUR PARENTSAbby Kelley views parents as the primary educators of their children and encourages them to actively participate in our school’s community. To foster positive parental relationships, Abby Kelley offers frequent information sessions and encourages participation through parent/teacher groups, classroom volunteer opportunities and other school activities. Abby Kelley faculty develops positive relationships and communication with parents, as strong parent communication ensures progress toward academic and behavioral standards.

OUR STUDENTSAbby Kelley is a K-12 district with 1,424 and 250 staff. The AKFCS students body is reflective of the diverse population in Worcester as 92% of our students are Worcester residents. Our students body is 86% BiPOC with 55% identifying as African American, 22% identifying as Hispanic, 14% identifying as White and 8.7% identifying as other ethnicities. At AKFCS 71% of our students are High Needs and 18% are English Language Learners (ELL).Currently, in our eleventh year of offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) for our High School students, the IB Programme develops inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better world through intercultural understanding and respect. The IB Programme encourages students across the world to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners.Students have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities, team sports, clubs, and musical activities ranging from electives to full orchestra.Abby Kelley’s graduation rate is consistently at or above 96% and since 2019 the High School has consistently been ranked among the top 10% in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

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