Long Term Substitute- Wellness
Canton-Public-Schools
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Job summary
Canton Public Schools in Canton, Massachusetts seeks a Long Term Sub Wellness Teacher to cover the end of November 2026 through mid January 2027. The role supports a collaborative, inclusive middle school environment with a focus on social and emotional learning.
The successful candidate will collaborate with educators, implement MA standards-based instruction, monitor progress, and adapt approaches based on data to ensure every student’s belonging and growth.
Qualifications
- Valid MA DESE teacher certification appropriate for the grade level and subject area.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
- Highly Qualified as per MA DESE.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to relate to diverse stakeholders (parents, staff, students).
- Proficiency with educational technologies.
Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that meet diverse learner needs.
- Develop lesson plans aligned with standards and high-quality curricula, culturally responsive.
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all activities.
- Collaborate with educators and related staff to support student success.
- Implement differentiated instruction based on data and decisions.
- Use technology to support instruction and monitor progress.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Provide feedback on assessments and student work.
- Communicate regularly with students, families, and colleagues.
Skills
Education
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Job description
The Galvin Middle School is seeking an exceptional and dynamic candidate to serve as the Long Term Sub Wellness Teacher from end of November 2026 through Mid January 2027 . The Long Term Sub Wellness Teacher will join a vibrant and supportive team that places a high priority on collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and commitment to the goals of the District and to our students, families and staff.
The Galvin Middle School is an inclusive community for all students and staff and serve over 800 students in grades 5-8.
The Galvin Middle School is elevating the educational experience for our students by cultivating a school culture and climate that promotes academic growth and social emotional learning for every student, and ensures high quality teaching and learning through the purposeful design of rigorous and equitable student experiences.
We are eager to find the next member of our team who collaborates with other educators to create the conditions necessary so that every child experiences the true joy of learning, the excitement of achievement, areas of passion, and an authentic sense of belonging in their school.
JOB SUMMARY
Teachers provide a well-organized, academically challenging, culturally and linguistically responsive class environment in which students can access curriculum and make progress towards Massachusetts standards and develop social and emotional skills in order to participate in society, while providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming educational environment for all students.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences that meet the needs of all learners
- Develop lesson plans that align with the state standards and district-determined high quality instructional curricula and are culturally and linguistically responsive
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
- Continuously engage in reflective practice regarding curricula, instruction, and culturally responsive practices
- Create culturally and linguistically responsive classroom environment
- Build strong relationships with students to create a culture of belonging
- Prepare the classroom for class activities
- Incorporate a variety of culturally and linguistically responsive learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
- Identify, select, and implement differentiated instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs based on data
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment aligned to the District approved curriculum and/or Massachusetts State Standards
- Use relevant technology to support instruction
- Follows and implements individual student safety plans, IEPs, 504s, health care plans, behavior support plans etc.
- Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development using data; use data to drive decisions and adapt instruction, assessments, and assignments as appropriate
- Provide appropriate feedback on assessments and/or student work
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students using data
- Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress, development, and attendance as appropriate
- Support the social and emotional well-being of students during the school day
- Manage student behavior in the classroom and school by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the student handbook
- Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents/guardians regarding student progress and student needs
- Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
- Collaborate with student services staff; special educators and other related service providers
- Performs other duties specifically articulated within the collective bargaining agreement as assigned by building principal and/or District administration
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Maintain Valid Massachusetts DESE teacher certification that is appropriate for the grade level and subject area. (Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.)
- Highly Qualified as per Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
- Proven ability to relate to a variety of constituencies, including but not limited to: administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, students, other school staff, and visitors
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Well-organized with excellent leadership abilities
- Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
- Working knowledge of relevant technologies: internet and email systems; word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software; and educational software
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable
SUPERVISES : Not Applicable
WORK YEAR: 183 days
COMPENSATION :LTS Daily Rate is $353.50
Canton Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, homelessness, or disability.
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Application Deadline: Nov 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Nov 30, 2026
The Galvin Middle School is seeking an exceptional and dynamic candidate to serve as the Long Term Sub Wellness Teacher from end of November 2026 through Mid January 2027 . The Long Term Sub Wellness Teacher will join a vibrant and supportive team that places a high priority on collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and commitment to the goals of the District and to our students, families and staff.
The Galvin Middle School is an inclusive community for all students and staff and serve over 800 students in grades 5-8.
The Galvin Middle School is elevating the educational experience for our students by cultivating a school culture and climate that promotes academic growth and social emotional learning for every student, and ensures high quality teaching and learning through the purposeful design of rigorous and equitable student experiences.
We are eager to find the next member of our team who collaborates with other educators to create the conditions necessary so that every child experiences the true joy of learning, the excitement of achievement, areas of passion, and an authentic sense of belonging in their school.
JOB SUMMARY
teachers provide a well-organized, academically challenging, culturally and linguistically responsive class environment in which students can access curriculum and make progress towards Massachusetts standards and develop social and emotional skills in order to participate in society, while providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming educational environment for all students.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences that meet the needs of all learners
- Develop lesson plans that align with the state standards and district-determined high quality instructional curricula and are culturally and linguistically responsive
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
- Continuously engage in reflective practice regarding curricula, instruction, and culturally responsive practices
- Create culturally and linguistically responsive classroom environment
- Build strong relationships with students to create a culture of belonging
- Prepare the classroom for class activities
- Incorporate a variety of culturally and linguistically responsive learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
- Identify, select, and implement differentiated instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs based on data
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment aligned to the District approved curriculum and/or Massachusetts State Standards
- Use relevant technology to support instruction
- Follows and implements individual student safety plans, IEPs, 504s, health care plans, behavior support plans etc.
- Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development using data; use data to drive decisions and adapt instruction, assessments, and assignments as appropriate
- Provide appropriate feedback on assessments and/or student work
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students using data
- Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress, development, and attendance as appropriate
- Support the social and emotional well-being of students during the school day
- Manage student behavior in the classroom and school by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the student handbook
- Participate in department and school meetings, parent/guardian meetings
- Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents/guardians regarding student progress and student needs
- Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
- Collaborate with student services staff; special educators and other related service providers
- Performs other duties specifically articulated within the collective bargaining agreement as assigned by building principal and/or District administration
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Maintain Valid Massachusetts DESE teacher certification that is appropriate for the grade level and subject area. (Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.)
- Highly Qualified as per Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
- Proven ability to relate to a variety of constituencies, including but not limited to: administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, students, other school staff, and visitors
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Well-organized with excellent leadership abilities
- Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
- Working knowledge of relevant technologies: internet and email systems; word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software; and educational software
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable
REPORTS TO : Building Principal
SUPERVISES : Not Applicable
WORK YEAR: 183 days
COMPENSATION :LTS Daily Rate is $353.50
Canton Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, homelessness, or disability.
Position Type: School Year- 183 DaysJob Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Health
Classroom Teacher > Physical Education
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Adam Hughes , PreK-12 Wellness Coordinator
- Canton High School
- Phone: 781-821-5050
- Email: hughesa@cantonma.org
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