Long-Term Substitute Teacher — Keep Students on Track

Springfield Public Schools (Massachusetts); Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking substitute teachers to maintain academic progress and provide a safe, positive learning environment. You will implement lesson plans, engage students, arrive early, and report incidents as required by district policies.

Positions are paid per day with base pay of $137.96/day, after 45 days $162.32/day, and long-term assignments at $271.48/day (paid bi-weekly). This role supports classroom continuity across the district.

Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of 30 college credits.
• Produce the required documents (cover letter, current resume, official transcripts, three character reference letters).

Responsibilities

• Be flexible to meet the school administration's needs and adapt to classroom needs.
• Arrive 20 minutes early to review materials and prepare before students arrive.
• Report to the main office on arrival and follow teacher and school policies.
• Create and enforce structured discipline and classroom control.
• Establish a safe, positive environment for all students and staff.
• Oversee student behavior to ensure health, welfare, and safety.
• Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Return instructional materials and keys at end of the day.
• Implement lesson plans left by the absent teacher and engage students throughout class.

Skills

Flexibility

Education

30 college credits

Job description

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking substitute teachers to maintain academic progress and provide a safe, positive learning environment. You will implement lesson plans, engage students, arrive early, and report incidents as required by district policies.

Positions are paid per day with base pay of $137.96/day, after 45 days $162.32/day, and long-term assignments at $271.48/day (paid bi-weekly). This role supports classroom continuity across the district.