Long Term Substitute Teacher - 5th Grade

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District’s Thoreau Elementary School in Concord, MA is seeking a dedicated Long-Term Substitute Teacher for 5th grade to join our school community.

The successful candidate will deliver standards-based instruction, differentiate for diverse learners, and collaborate with families, colleagues, and specialists to support student growth and a positive, inclusive classroom culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Massachusetts teaching license required.
• Prior elementary teaching experience preferred.
• Experience teaching or working with upper elementary students preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and community members.
• Strong organizational, reflective, and data-analysis skills.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment where every student feels known, supported, and connected.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, standards-based instruction across the 5th grade curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction and provide appropriate support and challenge for all learners.
• Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom community.
• Collaborate with 5th grade colleagues, specialists, and other Thoreau team members.
• Use student data and ongoing assessment to inform instruction and monitor student progress.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and the broader school community.
• Integrate technology to support teaching and learning.
• Participate in grade-level and school-wide meetings, professional learning, and collaborative planning.
• Support Thoreau’s commitment to student voice, leadership, belonging, and community.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Massachusetts teaching license

Job description

Long Term Substitute Teacher - 5th Grade

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Thoreau Elementary School - Concord, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Long Term Substitute Teacher - 5th Grade

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Thoreau Elementary School - Concord, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5953015
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Feb 1, 2027

Job Description

Long-Term Substitute Teacher – Grade 5

Thoreau Elementary School | Concord Public Schools

Thoreau Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Long-Term Substitute Teacher for Grade 5 to join our school community. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing engaging, grade-level instruction while creating a supportive, inclusive classroom environment where all students can learn, grow, and thrive.

The 5th grade teacher will deliver the district’s grade-level curriculum, differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, and collaborate closely with colleagues and families to support student success. The ideal candidate will be excited to work with 5th graders as they develop their academic skills, independence, leadership, and readiness for the transition to middle school.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, standards-based instruction across the 5th grade curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction and provide appropriate support and challenge for all learners.
• Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom community.
• Collaborate with 5th grade colleagues, specialists, special educators, and other members of the Thoreau team.
• Use student data and ongoing assessment to inform instruction and monitor student progress.
• Communicate effectively and build strong partnerships with students, families, colleagues, and the broader school community.
• Integrate technology effectively to support teaching and learning.
• Participate in grade-level and school-wide meetings, professional learning, and collaborative planning.
• Support Thoreau’s commitment to student voice, leadership, belonging, and a strong sense of community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Appropriate Massachusetts teaching license required.
• Prior elementary teaching experience preferred.
• Experience teaching or working with upper elementary students preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and community members.
• Strong organizational, reflective, and data-analysis skills.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment where every student feels known, supported, and connected.

It is the policy of the Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, gender identity, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, age, criminal record, genetics, or disability in its employment practices.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Substitute > Substitute

Welcome to Thoreau Elementary School

Concord Public Schools' mission is to educate all students as lifelong learners, creative thinkers, caring citizens, and responsible contributors in our increasingly diverse global society. We embrace our diverse community regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability—mental or physical —sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. We welcome, respect, value, and encourage our employees, students, and families to share their cultures with those they work, learn, and interact with, fostering a greater sense of cultural humility for all. We understand the commitment it takes to cultivate healthy learning and working environments that balance psychological safety with accountability.Our district is committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a racially diverse staff. We are intentional about increasing the representation of Educators of Color in teaching and leadership positions across our schools. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity in both academic and learning spaces by fostering a culture of equity, inclusivity, and belonging, and ensuring our employees and students have equitable access to resources and opportunities needed to thrive.We do not exclude from participation, deny the benefits of Concord Public Schools from or otherwise discriminate against, individuals based on race*, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, or any other category protected by state or federal law in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs and activities (*race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles).

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Justin Sparks , Principal
• 29 Prairie Street
• Concord, Massachusetts 01742
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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