1st Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)

Woburn Public Schools • Woburn, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a long-term substitute position for a 1st Grade Teacher at Reeves Elementary, effective from November 6, 2026, to January 15, 2027. Long-term substitutes receive a daily rate of $125.00 for the first 20 days. Starting on the 21st day, the rate increases to $346.55 for those with a Bachelor's degree or $372.42 for those with a Master's degree, based on qualifications. The teacher reports directly to the Principal and is expected to collaborate with district personnel to provide high-quality instruction to a diverse student population in a safe, equitable, and culturally responsive learning environment with high expectations for all students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Current Massachusetts's DESE Certification in Elementary Education.
• Experience working with students, colleagues, and families from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Previous training and experience across a variety of elementary level reading, mathematics, writing, and social-emotional learning.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, inclusive, culturally responsive classroom environment conducive to student learning and self-expression.
• Implement the district curriculum (aligned with MA DESE Frameworks) for academic instruction, including standards-based skills and collaboration with special education and EL staff for student inclusion.
• Administer district assessments and use data to implement effective strategies to meet all students' needs.
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities, such as instructional technology, to stay current.
• Diagnose and evaluate student abilities and progress through various assessments, monitoring progress and adjusting instruction accordingly.
• Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District.
• Utilize feedback from the Principal, coaches, and peers to reflect on and improve teaching practices and style.
• Collaborate effectively with grade-level and department teachers for best practices across the curriculum.
• Abide by state statutes, school committee policies, regulations, and the WPS Employee Handbook.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by law and district policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or WPS Administration.

Benefits

• Daily rate of $125.00 for the first 20 days.
• Daily rate of $346.55 (Bachelor's) or $372.42 (Master's) starting on the 21st day.
• Equal Opportunity Employer status.
• District member of Mass Partnership for Diversity in Education.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level