Grade 5 Teacher - Long Term Sub

Westford Public Schools; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Westford Public Schools, Abbot Elementary in Westford, Massachusetts, seeks a Grade 5 long-term substitute teacher from November 8, 2026 through February 5, 2027 (12 weeks). The role is part-time with a daily rate of $309–$343 and involves guiding student learning toward district goals.

The position requires state licensure, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and eligibility to work in the U.S. At Abbot Elementary, collaboration and ongoing professional growth are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Meets all state licensure standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of Grade 5 Subject Matter.
• Guide the learning process toward the district and school curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for lessons, units, projects and communicate these objectives to students.
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require application of thinking skills.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide practice and extension opportunities as needed.
• Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction.
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
• Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction.
• Communicate student progress and development to parents.
• Provide written assessments, referrals and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs; participate in IEP meetings as required.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness with all students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Licensure standards

Citizenship/residency/work visa

Job description

Grade 5 Teacher - Long Term Sub

Westford Public Schools Abbot Elementary - Westford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5924072

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 8, 2026

Job Description

Abbot School is seeking a Grade 5 long-term sub teacher from approximately November 8,2026 through February 5, 2027 (12 weeks).

• Demonstrate knowledge of Grade 5 Subject Matter
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and communicate these objectives to students
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed
• Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed
• Use assessment data to inform instruction
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown
• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner
• Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction
• Communicate student progress and development to parents
• Provide written assessments, referrals and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs. Participate in IEP meetings as required.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students
• Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness with all students

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $309 to $343 Per Day

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Welcome to Abbot Elementary

In addition to providing our students with a challenging and enriching curriculum, we value the following personal qualities and provide students with opportunities to demonstrate their SPIRIT.S for serviceP for perseveranceI for inclusionR for respect and responsibilityI for inventions, innovations, ingenuityT for teamwork

Job Requirements

• Meets all state licensure standards
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Peter Myerson , Abbot Principal
• 25 Depot Street
• Westford, Massachusetts 01886
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]