Substitute Teacher

Thayer Academy; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Thayer Academy seeks a Substitute Teacher to cover Middle and Upper School classes in Braintree, MA. This position requires reliable availability from 7:45 am to 3:45 pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional extended hours.

A Bachelor’s degree and classroom experience are preferred, with commitment to inclusivity and effective communication with families. The role involves executing lessons, creating plans when needed, maintaining a safe classroom, and reporting updates to absent teachers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• Experience teaching middle school and/or high school students.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive community.
• Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and their impact on classroom climate.
• High comfort with a student information system and Google Suites.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and families.
• Flexible schedule with high availability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain maximum availability to accept assignments.
• Execute lesson plans consistent with teacher guidelines and curriculum.
• Create a lesson plan if none is available.
• Establish a safe and welcoming classroom environment and provide a positive learning experience.
• Adhere to school policies and procedures.
• Record attendance according to school procedure.
• Assign homework according to lesson plan.
• Collaborate with colleagues as needed.
• Provide a written update to the absent teacher including attendance, progress, conduct, actions, and developments.

Skills

Experience teaching

Excellent communication

Flexible schedule

Google Suites

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Substitute Teacher

Thayer Academy – Braintree, Massachusetts (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

Job ID: 5938493

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

• Maintain maximum availability to accept assignments
• Execute lesson plans consistent with teacher guidelines and school curriculum
• Create a lesson plan if none is available
• Establish a safe and welcoming classroom environment and provide a positive predictive learning experience
• Adhere to all school policies and procedures
• Record attendance according to school procedure
• Assign homework according to the lesson plan
• Collaborate with colleagues as needed
• Share a written update with the absent teacher that includes student attendance, lesson-plan progress, conduct concerns, actions taken, and positive developments

COLLABORATIONS & REPORTING STRUCTURE

This position reports to the Upper School and Middle School Leadership. This is an as-needed position with typical availability/hours of 7:45 am to 3:45 pm, Monday through Friday, although some extended hours may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience teaching middle school and/or high school students
• Commitment to working in and fostering an inclusive community
• Knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and the impact these practices have on classroom climate and curriculum
• High levels of comfort and experience with a student information system and Google Suites
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and families
• Flexible schedule with high levels of availability
• Confidence and proficiency in giving instruction
• Superb verbal and written communication skills

COMPENSATION

$125.00 per day

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories

• Substitute > Substitute

Welcome to Thayer Academy

Thayer Academy students thrive in an environment distinguished by rigorous academics, a supportive culture, and a vibrant community. Thayer’s unique schedule allows students to participate in a balanced program of academics, athletics, arts, and service.This independent, coeducational day school for students in grades 5-12 is located in the historic district of Braintree, Massachusetts. The school was established by the bequest of Sylvanus Thayer, “Father of the U.S. Military Academy” at West Point and founder of the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth College. Thayer is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and the Association of Independent Schools in New England is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and has had a chapter of the Cum Laude Society since 1930. Easily accessible from the Red Line, the commuter rail, and five Thayer buses, Thayer draws students from 76 communities, three countries, and a wide range of backgrounds—which further enriches and differentiates the student experience.Thayer’s mission “to inspire a diverse community of students to moral, intellectual, aesthetic and physical excellence” is evident in Thayer students pursuing a rigorous academic schedule while also participating in the school’s rich arts offerings and athletic tradition. The Thayer Middle School program includes experiential learning, outdoor education, visual arts, coding, and robotics as it prepares students for a demanding Upper School curriculum. Thayer Academy offers students numerous opportunities to challenge themselves academically and personally with 15 AP classes, 85 electives, 26 varsity-level sports with 85teams, 10 different arts subject offerings, and over 30 activities, including five academic teams. A large percentage of students participate in Thayer’s musicales, plays, bands, chorus, and dance performances each year.

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 745 Washington St
• Braintree, Massachusetts 02184
• Phone: [phone]

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