Long-term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Billerica Public Schools; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Billerica Public Schools seeks a Long-term Substitute Special Education Teacher for Kennedy Elementary School in Billerica, MA. This full-time role involves leading the TLC program and coordinating with a team to support students’ emotional and educational progress.

The position runs until the end of the 2026-2027 school year, with a daily rate of $165. The district emphasizes a supportive, therapeutic environment and high standards for student outcomes.

Qualifications

• MA certified elementary Special Education Teacher preferred (DOE).
• CORI & FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE REQUIRED
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Work as Lead Teacher in the Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC) program.
• Collaborate with Paraprofessionals, a Social Worker, a BCBA, and an RBT to support students’ emotional regulation and educational goals.
• Provide a therapeutic environment with access to counseling services and behavioral supports throughout the school day.

Skills

Special Education

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Long-term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Billerica Public Schools Kennedy Elementary School - Billerica, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5959466

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Dec 2, 2026

Job Description

This is a Long-Term Substitute opening for a Lead Teacher in the Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC) Program at the John F Kennedy School. The Kennedy School is a Grade K -4 Elementary School. This position pays $165/day and the duration of this assignment is until the end of the 2026-2027 school year.

The TLC Program provides specialized mental health support for students whose difficulties with emotional regulation interfere with their ability to make meaningful progress toward their educational goals in school.

The TLC Teacher works with a group of professionals, including Paraprofessionals, a Social Worker, a BCBA, and an RBT to provide a therapeutic environment for students, including access to counseling services, positive behavioral interventions, and support throughout a student's day.

Preferred candidates should be MA certified as an elementary Special Education Teacher with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Welcome to Kennedy Elementary School

The John F. Kennedy School is a K-4 elementary school with approximately 325 students. It is our mission to build a nurturing environment in which all children grow in their confidence as well as in their ability to read and write successfully. We want our readers to develop skills and read materials that will make them independent, confident readers. We need to allow them many different opportunities to read at their own independent reading level in order to develop a strong foundation for the lifelong enjoyment of reading.

We also believe our children should grow in their ability to know and do mathematics and become better mathematic problem solvers. Our children should explore mathematics in ways that stimulate curiosity and develop depth of understanding. Their mathematics program should focus on problem solving and exploring the connection between mathematics and real life experiences.

With the help of parents and the community we will promote a school climate of respect, cooperation, responsibility, and an understanding of everyone's obligation to the community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Billerica Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion or religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran’s status, military services, marital status, genetic information, handicap, disability, or on any other basis that is protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.

Job Requirements

• CORI & FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE REQUIRED
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• David Marble , Principal
• 20 Kimbrough Road
• Billerica, Massachusetts 01821
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• Email: [e-mail]