Long Term Substitute Teacher - High School Biology

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

Job summary

Haverhill High School in Haverhill, MA is seeking a Long Term Substitute Teacher for High School Biology starting immediately for the 2026-2027 school year. The substitute will cover duties per the principal and guidance, maintaining a safe learning environment and collaborating with staff.

Compensation ranges from $126 to $175 per day depending on certification and qualifications, with benefits and compliance to district policies. This position requires MA DESE licensure preference.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education – preferred
• Non-Certified Teachers may include individuals with 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

• 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.

Education

Massachusetts DESE license preferred

Associate degree or 60 credits

Job description

Long Term Substitute Teacher - High School Biology

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ANTICIPATED OPENING

School Spring Posting #5959902

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

Work Year: 2026-2027

Effective Date

of Employment:November 2026

Substitute Salary:

• 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.

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.

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Job Details

Job ID: 5959902
Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ANTICIPATED OPENING

School Spring Posting #5959902

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

Work Year: 2026-2027

Effective Date

of Employment:November 2026

Substitute Salary:

• 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.

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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Victoria Lu
• Email: [e-mail]