Anticipated History/Social Sciences Long Term Substitute Teacher (02/23/26 ~ 04/01/26)
About The Position
The Needham Public Schools seeks outstanding applicants for the position of 0.6 FTE Long term Subsititute History & Social Sciences teacher at Needham High School. This position will cover all professional responsibilities for 4 - 8 week leave, beginning on February 23, 2026. About Needham Public Schools (NPS): NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate . This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5,500 students. NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias, bullying, and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity work here . Job Responsibilities: The successful candidate will plan/teach three sections of Sophomore History and work collaboratively with members of the History Department to support student learning and growth. Under the general supervision of the History & Social Sciences Department Chair, this teacher will be responsible for advancing students' historical knowledge and understanding through critical reading, thinking, and writing. As a Needham High School educator, this teacher will work collaboratively to integrate the attributes, skills, and knowledge made explicit in the Portrait of a Needham Graduate, emphasizing the preparation of students to become socially and culturally responsive contributors. Required Qualifications: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred. Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, have experience working with and/or teaching high school students, and understand the diverse needs of students at this age. Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license: History 8-12. Additionally, candidates who have a collaborative work ethic, training/experience in the use of instructional technology, a commitment to inclusive pedagogy, and the potential to contribute to student life beyond the classroom are strongly encouraged to apply. Compensation: Compensation for substitutes is based on the duration of the coverage: $22.40/hr - $43.23/hr The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools. Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website .
Requirements
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required
- Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
- have experience working with and/or teaching high school students
- understand the diverse needs of students at this age
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license: History 8-12
Nice To Haves
- Candidates who have a collaborative work ethic
- training/experience in the use of instructional technology
- a commitment to inclusive pedagogy
- the potential to contribute to student life beyond the classroom are strongly encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
- plan/teach three sections of Sophomore History
- work collaboratively with members of the History Department to support student learning and growth
- advancing students' historical knowledge and understanding through critical reading, thinking, and writing
- work collaboratively to integrate the attributes, skills, and knowledge made explicit in the Portrait of a Needham Graduate, emphasizing the preparation of students to become socially and culturally responsive contributors
