Long Term Sub - Grade 5 Teacher

Norfolk Public Schools; Norfolk (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Public Schools in Norfolk, MA is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Teacher for Grade 5. The assignment runs from October 13, 2026 to February 1, 2027, providing instructional continuity during the permanent teacher's absence.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and a Massachusetts DESE teaching license, be able to follow plans, maintain routines, and support students with diverse needs, including those with IEPs or 504 plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Massachusetts DESE Teaching License required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated aptitude for performance responsibilities.
• High flexibility and emotional intelligence.
• Report to the building every day at the designated staff start time.
• Ability to remain active throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Maintain established classroom routines to minimize disruption.
• Foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Follow attendance procedures for accurate record keeping.
• Leave a detailed report for the permanent teacher after substitution.
• Modify teaching methods to meet diverse student needs, including IEPs/504 plans.
• Provide push-in support for reading or math interventions.
• Supervise students during non-instructional times (arrival, recess, lunch, dismissal).
• Promptly report student issues to the Principal.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Follow instructions

Flexibility

Emotional intelligence

Stand for long periods

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Massachusetts DESE Teaching License

Job description

Long Term Sub - Grade 5 Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5920710

Application Deadline: Oct 05, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 13, 2026

Job Description

Norfolk Public Schools

Norfolk, Massachusetts

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Elementary Teacher Grade Level: Grade 5

Assignment Dates: October 13, 2026 until February 1, 2027

Job Description: Elementary Long Term Teacher Substitutes serve as a temporary educator assigned to cover a classroom for the duration of the permanent teacher’s absence, providing instructional continuity. The Long-Term Substitute helps to ensure a seamless educational experience for students by providing high-quality instruction and classroom management in the absence of regular staff.

Essential Job Functions

• This position requires a teaching license, to provide long term sub coverage for a teacher over 90 days.
• Maintain established classroom routines and expectations to minimize disruption.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment using the school’s specific behavioral frameworks.
• Responsible for following the teacher’s substitute plans while using technology to provide continuity of instruction.
• Follow attendance procedures to ensure accurate record keeping.
• Maintain and complete grading to align with the school schedule.
• Collaborate with specialists and meet specific needs of students, as appropriate.
• Leave a detailed report for the permanent teacher regarding what was accomplished and any notable student behavior, as well as grading to ensure a smooth transition.
• Modify teaching methods on the fly to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with IEPs or 504 plans.
• When not covering a full class, provide "push-in" support to assist lead teachers with reading or math intervention groups.
• Actively supervise students during non-instructional times, including morning arrival, recess, lunch, and bus dismissal.
• Promptly report any student issues to the Principal.
• Performs all other tasks as assigned by the Principal.

Skills and Qualifications

• Long-Term Substitute Teachers require a Bachelor's Degree.
• Long-Term Building Substitute Teachers require Massachusetts DESE Teaching License.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated aptitude for successful fulfillment of assigned performance responsibilities.
• High level of flexibility and emotional intelligence.
• Report to the building every day at the designated staff start time.
• Ability to remain active throughout the day, including standing for long periods and moving between classrooms or playground areas.

Salary: $191.00/Day

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $191 to $191 Per Day

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Lisa Altham Hickey , Assistant Principal
• 70 Boardman Street
• Norfolk, Massachusetts 02056
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]