Long-term Substitute: Middle School Science Teacher, January - May 2027

Pioneer Valley Regional School District; Northfield (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Valley Regional School District in Northfield, Massachusetts seeks a full-time substitute to teach science for grades 7 and 8 from January 4, 2027 to May 10, 2027. The role covers a parental leave and requires passion for student-centered learning.

The successful candidate will plan engaging lessons, assess progress, and collaborate with staff while communicating with families. Massachusetts licensure in science is preferred and residency or visa requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts licensure in science (Grades 5-12 or middle school) preferred.
• At least 1 year of relevant teaching experience preferred.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Teach science five sections (three Grade 7, two Grade 8).
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with Massachusetts science standards.
• Assess student work and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate with families regarding student progress.

Skills

Teaching

Lesson planning

Assessment

Collaboration

Family communication

Education

Massachusetts licensure in science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Long-term Substitute: Middle School Science Teacher, January - May 2027

Pioneer Valley Regional School District Pioneer Valley Regional School - Northfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5966807

Application Deadline: Nov 06, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

Pioneer Valley Regional School seeks a full-time substitute to teach science in grades 7 and 8. The position will start on January 4, 2027 and is anticipated to end on May 10, 2027. This position will cover a parental leave.

About our school

With 240+ students in Grades 7-12, PVRS is a small, rural school in Western Massachusetts with a close-knit community and a commitment to academic excellence. The school values innovative instruction, collaborative problem-solving, and student-centered learning. Teachers have the ability to build strong relationships with students and work closely with colleagues across disciplines.

Our school's impressive array of arts, athletics, and academic programming belies its small size. We have a campus with 95 acres, the largest of any public school district in the state, which features hiking and mountain biking trails, an ecology pond, and a federally-certified vernal pool.

The anticipated salary range for this position may be found here and in the salary grid for the Pioneer Valley Regional Education Association.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

• Responsibilities include:
  Teaching five sections of science (three Grade 7 and two Grade 8)
  Planning and delivering engaging lessons aligned with Massachusetts Science standards
  Assessing student work
  Collaborating with colleagues
  Communicating with families regarding student progress
• Massachusetts licensure in science (Grades 5-12 or appropriate middle school licensure) preferred
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Anne Scanlan-Emigh , Principal
• 97 F. Sumner Turner Road
• Northfield, Massachusetts 01360
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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