Long-Term Substitute for Health Assisting

Shawsheen Valley Voc Tech District; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School in Billerica, MA is seeking a long-term substitute for the Health Assisting program to begin immediately. The role supports hands-on, project-based instruction for high school students and continuity of the program.

Experience in health assisting or related fields is preferred, with prior teaching in vocational settings valued. The position is full-time, with daily pay of $250–$300.

Qualifications

• Experience in health assisting or related field preferred.
• Prior teaching or training experience is preferred, especially in a vocational/technical environment.
• Ability to manage a project-based, hands-on classroom with diverse learners.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• DESE Chapter 74 license preferred but not required for substitute placement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily instruction in accordance with the Chapter 74 Health Assisting framework and existing curriculum plans.
• Supervise students in both shop and classroom settings, ensuring a safe, productive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students in the development of technical skills
• Implement ongoing projects and guide students through competencies already in progress.
• Maintain accurate attendance and grading.
• Collaborate with shop staff.
• Uphold all school policies, safety procedures, and vocational program expectations.

Skills

Health Assisting

Teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Organization

Job description

Long-Term Substitute for Health Assisting

Shawsheen Valley Voc Tech District - (MA) Vocational - Billerica, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5905060

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Description: Shawsheen Valley Technical High School is seeking a long-term substitute for theHealth Assisting program beginning as soon as possible. This position is anticipated to continue until coverage is no longer needed.

Position Overview: TheHealth Assisting program is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Long-Term Substitute Instructor to support student learning and maintain program continuity. The ideal candidate will have experience in health assisting, or a related technical field, as well as a strong commitment to hands‑on, project-based instruction for high school students.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver daily instruction in accordance with the Chapter 74Health Assisting framework and existing curriculum plans.
• Supervise students in both shop and classroom settings, ensuring a safe, productive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students in the development of technical skills
• Implement ongoing projects and guide students through competencies already in progress.
• Maintain accurate attendance and grading.
• Collaborate with shop staff.
• Uphold all school policies, safety procedures, and vocational program expectations.

Qualifications:

• Experience inthe health assisting or a related field preferred.
• Prior teaching or training experience is preferred, especially in a vocational/technical environment.
• Ability to manage a project-based, hands‑on classroom with diverse learners.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• DESE Chapter 74 license preferred but not required for substitute placement.

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

• Enthusiastic about working with high school students in a technical setting.
• Flexible, patient, and able to step into an active shop environment with ongoing projects.
• Committed to student safety, skill development, and career readiness.
• Comfortable using tools, test equipment, and instructional technology.

Compensation: $250-$300 per day

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, does not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX, including in admission and employment. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The Notice of Nondiscrimination is located at www.shawsheentech.org.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $250 to $300 Per Day

Job Categories:

Career and Technical Education > Electronics

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nichole Staude
• 100 Cook St
• Billerica, Massachusetts 01821
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]