Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Pentucket Lake School; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Haverhill Public Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher at Pentucket Lake School in Haverhill, MA. The role starts immediately for the 2026-2027 year, with a daily rate schedule outlined for various certifications and non-certified staff.

Starting as a substitute, the position advances after 31 days with an increased daily rate. The incumbent will work under the Principal and supervisory staff, ensuring instructional continuity and student support in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education – preferred.
• Non-Certified Teachers, include individuals with a minimum of an Associate Degree or who have completed two years of college (60 credits).
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Instructional, curriculum and general duties as directed by the Principal/Supervisor/Superintendent.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues, administrators and parents/guardians.
• Substitute daily for absent professional staff as determined by the Principal/designee.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
• Adapt to various lesson plans when covering different subjects/grades.
• Provide summaries of activities, lesson plans completed and outstanding items.

Skills

Massachusetts DESE licensed

Two-year college credits

Education

Associate degree / 60 credits

Massachusetts DESE licensed (preferred)

Job description

Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5931565
Application Deadline: Sep 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Sep 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ANTICIPATED OPENING

School Spring #5931565

Work Year: 2026-2027

Salary:SUBSTITUTE:

Haverhill Public Schools Retired Teacher - $175.00 Per Day

MA Certified Teacher - $154.00 Per Day

Non-CertifiedTeacher with Bachelor's Degree - $140.00 Per Day

Non-Certified Teacher with a minimum of an Associate Degree or 60 College Credits - $126.00 Per Day

Long Term Substitutes in the same position on the 31st Daywill receive $50.00 more a day from the current subsitute rate above

Organizational

Relationship or

Line of Authority:

Directly responsible to the Principal in all matters pertaining to the building. Jointly responsible to the Principal and appropriate Supervisor in areas of instruction and curriculum and to the Superintendent of Schools and/or his/her designee.

Statement of Duties:

• Responsible for instructional, curriculum and general duties as indicated by the Principal, Supervisor, and directives of the Superintendent.
• Works cooperatively with colleagues, administrators and parents/guardians
• Substitute daily for absent professional staff as determined by the Principal/designee.
• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Must possess the ability to adapt to a variety of lesson plans when covering various subjects or grades.
• Provides summary of activities accomplished, lesson plans completed and not completed and any other additional information that the classroom teacher should be aware of.
• Maintains a safe and positive learning environment for all students and reports all student discipline issues to the appropriate authority.
• Adheres to district policies for staff.
• Annually completes the appropriate staff training and Substitute Handbook
• Performs other duties assigned by the Principal or directives of the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee, and policies of the Haverhill School Committee.

Qualifications:

• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education – preferred
• Non-Certified Teachers, include individuals with a minimum of an Associate Degree or who have completed two years of college (60 credits).
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

HAVERHILL PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS A DIVERSE ENVIRONMENT AND IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Haverhill Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is in compliance with Federal regulations prohibiting discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or disability

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $126 to $175 Per Day

Contact Information

• James Brennan , Principal
• Pentucket Lake School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]