1st Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)

Woburn Public Schools•Woburn, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a long-term substitute position for a 1st Grade Teacher at Reeves Elementary, effective from September 2, 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 Elementary Education Teacher reports directly to the Principal and is expected to collaborate with district personnel to deliver high-quality instruction to a diverse student population. The role involves creating 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 required
Current Massachusetts's DESE Certification in Elementary Education

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
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

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming, inclusive, culturally responsive classroom environment that is conducive to student’s learning and their ability to comfortably share their authentic selves.
Implement the district curriculum (aligned with MA DESE Frameworks) to provide for academic instruction of standards-based skills working with special education and EL staff, relative to the appropriate inclusion for all students.
Administer district assessments and use data to implement effective strategies to meet the needs of all students.
Remain current by participating in ongoing professional development activities within and out-of-district, such as instructional technology.
Diagnose and evaluate student abilities and progress through a variety of assessments in a timely and consistent manner; monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District.
Utilize feedback from Principal, coaches and peers to reflect on improvement of teaching practices and style.
Effectively collaborate with grade level and department and teachers for best practices across the curriculum.
Abide by state statutes, school committee policies, regulations, and WPS Employee Handbook.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by law and district policies.
All other duties as assigned by the Principal or WPS Administration.