Long-Term Science Substitute Teacher

Higgins Middle School; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 113,000; Part time

Job summary

Higgins Middle School in Peabody, MA is seeking a Long-Term Science Substitute Teacher to cover a position from 10/26/2026 through 6/22/2027. The role requires delivering science instruction in the absence of the regular teacher and maintaining class progress toward learning outcomes.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, a DESE Science License, and successful background checks with proof of U.S. citizenship or legal status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• DESE Science License required.
• Background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status.

Responsibilities

• Maintain meaningful instruction with science content while substituting for the absent classroom teacher.
• Deliver planned lessons and manage student learning outcomes during the assignment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

DESE Science License

Job description

Long-Term Science Substitute Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5915019
Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 26, 2026

Job Description

PEABODY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT 10/26/2026 -6/22/2027

Long-Term Science Substitute Teacher- work day-to- day assignment to fill a position due to the absence of the regularly assigned classroom teacher or assistant teacher.Long-term Substitutes are responsible for maintaining meaningful instruction by helping students learn subject matter material and/or skills that are required for learning outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• DESE Science License
• Superintendents discretion
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal alien status.

Salary: See Substitute handbook under Departments-Human Resources-scroll to attachments.

First 20 days: $120 per days

21st day forward: Teacher step/scale

Peabody is a Gateway City: amidsize urban center that anchor regional economies around the Northshore of Boston. Our diverse student population adds value to the educational and cultural experience in our School District.

We prepare students to be life-long learners and critical thinkers who meet the challenges of citizenship in an event changing world.

Join us!

The Peabody School Committee reaffirms its policy of nondiscrimination related to race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation or handicap in all matters involved in procuring, employing, promoting, transferring or terminating the employment of personnel. In similar manner, it reaffirms its policy against discrimination related to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or handicap in the admission, instruction, counseling or dismissal of students regarding any courses or programs offered by the Public Schools and indicates its desire that each student be provided educational opportunities consistent with his/her aspirations and abilities .The Committee further indicates its acceptance of all federal and state laws and regulations dealing with the civil rights of parents, students and employees of the School Department.

Position Type: Substitute
Salary: $120 to $613 Per Day
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Contact Information

• Carmen Santana
• 27 Lowell St
• Peabody, Massachusetts 01960
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]