Long Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 5

Randolph Public School District; Randolph (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Randolph Public School District seeks a Long Term Substitute Teacher for Grade 5 to support student learning from approximately 09/21/26 to 12/23/26. The role pays $307 per day and requires Massachusetts Elementary 1-6 licensure and a commitment to equity and inclusive teaching.

The candidate will collaborate with staff, parents, and community partners, plan and deliver instruction, assess progress, and communicate outcomes to families and administrators.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Elementary 1-6 license required.
• Experience in diverse and/or multi-cultural settings is preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Grade 5 instruction following district curriculum.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and community partners to improve student outcomes.
• Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom learning environment.
• Assess student progress and communicate with families and administration.
• Deliver engaging lessons and manage classroom behavior effectively.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaborative teamwork

Instruction planning & delivery

Equity & inclusion

Education

Massachusetts Elementary 1-6 License

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Randolph Public School District Margaret L. Donovan School - Randolph, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 5

Randolph Public School District Margaret L. Donovan School - Randolph, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5943560

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Long Term Substitute Teacher Rate is: $307 per day

The Grade 5 Long Term Substitute Teacher will facilitate student success in academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and implement district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals.

The dates of the Long Term Sub Grade 5 Teacher position will be approximately 09/21/26 - 12/23/26

The ideal candidate will:

• Collaborate with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Promote equity and appreciation of diversity
• Maintain classroom management
• Promote high standards and expectations for student achievement
• Plan and deliver effective instruction
• Execute the subject matter knowledge requirements specific for Elementary Teachers, including:
  • Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, and and mathematics to students, utilizing the district’s course of study and other appropriate learning activities
  • Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter
  • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
  • Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, and discovery
  • Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
  • Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems
  • Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
  • Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids appropriate for grade level
  • Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district and state testing program
  • Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by the Building Principal

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $307 Per Day

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Welcome to Margaret L. Donovan School

Mission StatementTo create an environment which fosters equity and excellence for all children to live in an interdependent world. The means to achieve this mission include; mastery of language, a balanced core curriculum, a set of common goals, a sense of self-worth, and a desire for lifelong learning.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Randolph Public Schools (RPS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The RPS do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ethnic identity, sex, gender identity, disability, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or homelessness in admission to or participation in its programs and activities. RPS does not tolerate any form of discrimination, intimidation, threat, bullying, coercion and/or harassment that insults the dignity of others by interfering with their ability or freedom to learn and work.

Job Requirements

• Massachusetts Teacher License in Elementary 1-6
• Experience working in a diverse and/or multi-cultural setting
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Beth Fitzgerald , Assistant Principal
• 123 Reed Street
• Randolph, Massachusetts 02368
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• Email: [e-mail]