Long Term Substitute Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Hanson (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Job summary

Whitman-Hanson Regional School District in Hanson, Massachusetts, seeks a Long Term Substitute Teacher starting Sep 18, 2026. The role requires Massachusetts certification, classroom management and the ability to implement the district curriculum with varied instructional methods.

Per diem compensation is provided, dependent on credentials and experience. Posting notes indicate a daily rate structure with differential rates; an on-site assignment within Indian Head Elementary, with standard

Qualifications

• Massachusetts certification in subject area.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to instruct school students and to maintain purpose and order in the classroom.
• Commitment to continuously improve professional competence.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students according to the District's philosophy, policies and curriculum.
• Direct the teaching/learning process toward program goals and communicate objectives.
• Prepare to instruct students with written documentation of preparation.
• Diagnose learning needs and seek assistance as required.
• Employ varied instructional techniques and assess progress continuously.
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and maintain order.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional planning

Communication

Education

Massachusetts certification in subject area

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Whitman-Hanson Regional School District Indian Head Elementary - Hanson, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Long Term Substitute Teacher

Whitman-Hanson Regional School District Indian Head Elementary - Hanson, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Whitman-Hanson Reg School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5891897
Application Deadline: Sep 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 18, 2026

Job Description

JOB GOALS:

• To instruct students in accordance with the educational philosophy, course objectives, and curriculum of the District
• To provide maximum learning opportunities for students in accordance with program objectives and each ‘student‘s abilities, interests, and needs
• To continuously develop his/her professional knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors in order to improve the educational opportunities of his/her students

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

INSTRUCTION

• Instructs students in accordance with the District's philosophy of education, policies, and curriculum
• Directs the teaching/ learning process toward the achievement of program goals, establishes specific objectives for all lessons, communicates these objectives to students.
• Is prepared to instruct students assigned and has written documentation (e.g., plan book) of preparation
• Diagnoses the learning needs of students in terms of the course objectives on a continuous basis and seeks the assistance of District specialists as required
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques, materials, instructional media, consistent with the needs, interests, and abilities of the students and the objectives of the course
• Assess the progress of students in terms of course ob¬jectives on a continuous basis and provides progress reports as required
• Sets a positive example for students and community by demonstrating respect and concern for students and an awareness of community values

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

• Manages and fully utilizes class time for instructional purposes
• Establishes and maintains a classroom environment condu¬cive to learning and teaching.
• Assists the Administration in implementing policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
• Promotes appropriate student behavior and attends to misbehavior when it occurs in the teacher‘s presence whenever it is brought to a teacher's attention (e.g., hallway, cafeteria, washrooms, and grounds)
• Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment materials and facilities

ORGANIZATION

• Conducts school-related activities in conformity with School Committee policies and administrative regulations
• Cooperates with administrators and others in developing and supporting school activities and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
• Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors
• Maintains accurate student records as required by law, School Committee policy and administrative regulations
• Takes and records attendance accurately in classes and/or homeroom, notes excessive absenteeism to supervisory personnel and parents
• Conducts routine assignments with accuracy, promptness and efficiency
• Maintains an accurate inventory of materials and supplies used in carrying out assignments
• Performs all other duties as required by the school administration.

PARENT/COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS

• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes
• Establishes and maintains communication (oral and written) with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
• Solicits appropriately the help of parent (5) as required in the education of their children.
• Maintains good humor, enthusiasm, initiative, and integrity with students and parents and has a positive working relationship with them.

2. Establishes and maintains communication (oral and written) with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.

Solicits appropriately the help of parent (5) as required in the education of their children.

Maintains good humor, enthusiasm, initiative, and integrity with students and parents and has a positive working relationship with them.

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

• Assists in the development of curriculum and methods of course/ students evaluation in cooperation with department colleagues and the administration.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.

• Incorporates constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement in performance made by supervisors.
• Continuously self evaluates professional effectiveness in areas of curriculum, classroom performance, and teacher—student, staff and community relationships in order to maintain and/or improve professional competence.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in his/her instructional discipline(s) and successful educational practices and programs in order to improve the quality of the educational experiences of his/her students.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Massachusetts certification in subject area.
• Demonstrates ability to instruct school students and to maintain purpose and order in the classroom and all other areas of the school.
• Commitment to continuously improve professional competence
• Demonstrates ability to design and deliver instruction to facilitate learning consistent with the philosophy, goals, curriculum and policies as established by the School Committee.

LTTST Long-Term Temporary Substitute Teacher: (21+ days, same teacher)

Does not hold a MA DESE license: Per Diem Rate $150 per day

Licensed by MA DESE: Per Diem Rate $160 per day

WHRSD Retired Teacher: Per Diem Rate $160 per day

(Retired in good standing)

SYTST School Year Temporary Substitute Teacher:

Step 1, commensurate with highest degree

The Superintendent may adjust compensation as appropriate.

Position

Daily Rate

Sick Days

Personal Days

Health Insurance

DTST – NL*

$100

no

no

no

DTST – L*

$110

no

no

no

DTST -RTWH

$110

NA

NA

NA

LTTST - NL

$150

1 per month

no

yes

LTTST - L

$160

1 per month

no

yes

LTTST -RTWH

$160

NA

NA

NA

SYTST - L

Per CBA, Step 1

Yes, Per CBA

yes, Per CBA

yes

Daily Sub Nurse

$32 per hour

no

no

no

LT Sub Para

per Unit D #2

1 per month

NL = non-licensed by MA DESE

L = Licensed by MA DESE

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jennifer Kroese , Admin Assistant to Superintendent
• 610 Franklin Street
• Whitman, Massachusetts 02382
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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