Long Term Substitute Teacher: Moderate Disabilities (LD) - Worcester Dual Language Magnet 2026

Worcester-Public-Schools; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Public Schools' Dual Language Magnet School in Worcester, MA is seeking a Long Term Substitute Teacher for Moderate Disabilities to cover a leave through December 26, 2026. The role requires delivering rigorous instruction aligned to district and state curricula, regularly assessing student learning, and differentiating instruction for English learners and students with disabilities.

The successful candidate will hold MA DESE license in Moderate Disabilities PreK-8, SEI Endorsement,

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE license in Moderate Disabilities PreK-8.
• SEI Endorsement.
• BA degree.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction aligned to district and state curricula.
• Assess student learning and adjust instruction for diverse learners.
• Create an inclusive classroom for English learners and students with disabilities.
• Use technology and varied instructional strategies to support learning.
• Maintain classroom management and promote high standards for achievement.

Skills

Languages

Education

BA degree

Massachusetts DESE license: Moderate Disabilities PreK-8

Job description

Long Term Substitute Teacher: Moderate Disabilities (LD) - Worcester Dual Language Magnet 2026

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Job Details

Job ID: 5933648

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 19, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SUBJECT: Long Term Substitute Teacher - Moderate Disabilities (Learning Disabilities) - Bilingual, preferred

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

This vacancy is for a leave of absence scheduled through December 26, 2026. Should this leave extend or another leave require coverage, the successful candidate may be offered the opportunity for continued employment.

As a teacher in the Worcester Public Schools you will be expected to provide rigorous instruction to the diverse population of students in your classroom. You will be expected to align your teaching to the district and state curriculum; to regularly assess students for learning comprehension and to modify your teaching to ensure that students are learning; to provide a classroom that is conducive to the learning needs of all students, especially students who are learning English and students with disabilities.

The Worcester Public Schools is wonderfully diverse and our successful teachers capitalize on this diversity to provide rich learning environments. Being an educator in the Worcester Public Schools will require that you have patience, perseverance, creativity, excellent content knowledge, and a true desire to prepare all students for successful lives.

For applicants who are committed to the work of preparing Worcester students to excel in college and beyond, we offer a competitive salary package and participation in federal loan forgiveness programs (more information about these programs is available on our website in the Human Resources section).

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE:

This position is accountable for assuming the responsibility for delivering high quality instructional experience through creativity, resourcefulness and sound judgment consistent with the curriculum frameworks, standards and the rules and regulations of the Worcester Public Schools.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: (to be included along with other responsibilities)

• Responsible for remaining up to date regarding curriculum content.
• Responsible for effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction.
• Responsible for mentoring students’ understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusting instruction, materials, or assessments, when appropriate.
• Responsible for effective management of classroom environment.
• Responsible for effective instruction, which includes making learning goals clear to the students, using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques.
• Responsible for using innovative approaches, and instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn.
• Responsible for the promotion of high standards and expectations for student achievement.
• Responsible for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning, including, for implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, with 504 plans and/or second language learners.
• Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability.
• Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate Massachusetts DESE license in Moderate Disabilities PreK-8
• SEI Endorsement
• BA degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching experience in the content area
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs
• Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, or an African Language
• Experience teaching students who are English language learners
• Demonstrated experience with second language acquisition.
• Candidates who are licensed in another state will be considered if they qualify for the temporary license from DESE (must possess the equivalent license from another state and must have documented proof of working under that license for at least three complete school years). Candidates will need to apply for and pay for the DESE license as a condition of employment.

WORK YEAR: 185 days, 6 hours per day

SALARY: $50.00/hour

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: upto $50 Per Hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Educational Institution and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or a related condition, veteran status or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs. For more information relating to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action contact the Human Resource Manager, 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609,508-799-3020.

Job Requirements

• To maximize the effectiveness of your application, it is recommended that you provide a cover letter which describes the specific training and experience that you have for the position(s) that you are applying for and that you ensure that the certification information in your SchoolSpring profile is updated. Your MA DESE certification number will allow us to verify that you possess the correct license. Please ensure that your SchoolSpring resume, specifically, is updated as this will be used to determine your Degree and Step placement on the Teachers salary schedule.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Suzanna Resendes , Principal
• 525 Chandler Street
• Worcester, Massachusetts 01602
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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