Long-term Substitute Teacher - Kindergarten

Walton Elementary School; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Walton Elementary School in Wakefield, MA is seeking a certified long-term substitute to fill a Kindergarten classroom teaching role. The position starts immediately and runs approximately 4-8 weeks.

Candidates should hold a Massachusetts teaching license and a college degree. The teacher will deliver the district curriculum, plan lessons, monitor student progress, communicate with families, and collaborate with colleagues.

Qualifications

• College degree required.
• Current Massachusetts teaching license.

Responsibilities

• Teaches district-approved curriculum
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student
• Collaborates regularly with grade-level colleagues and related service providers

Education

Bachelor degree

Massachusetts Teaching License

Job description

Long-term Substitute Teacher - Kindergarten

Wakefield Public Schools Walton Elementary School - Wakefield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5914788
Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

WaltonSchool is looking for a certified long-term substitute to fill a Kindergarten classroom teacher role. This position starts immediately and will last approximately 4-8 weeks.

Qualifications

• College Degree
• Current Massachusetts Teaching License

Description of Duties

• Teaches district-approved curriculum
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student
• Collaborates regularly with grade-level colleagues and related service providers

Salary

- $125-$150 per day depending on length of assignment

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $125 to $150 Per Day

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR Department Wakefield Public School
• 60 Farm Street
• Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]