Building Based Substitute Teacher

New Bedford Public School District•New Bedford, MA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Based Substitute Teacher provides instruction and appropriately manages the classroom environment when the assigned classroom teacher is absent, enabling students to continue pursuing their education. The role supports students’ intellectual, social, and emotional growth in a positive learning environment and contributes to an inclusive school community that reflects the diversity of the New Bedford Public Schools student population. The substitute follows school and District procedures, supports student safety and welfare, communicates with students, staff, and families, and maintains confidentiality. The position reports to the School Principal or designee. The role pays $23.47 per hour for employees licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education and $21.43 per hour for those who are not licensed. DESE-licensed candidates receive an additional daily rate differential based on school assignment.

Requirements

At least 60 college credits.
Experience working with children.
Strong knowledge of technology, including MS Office, video conferencing, Teams, Google, shared platforms, and education-specific software.
Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
Maintain appropriate dress and a professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college preferred.
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate preferred.
Candidates pursuing a career in education preferred.
DESE license certification qualifies candidates for an additional daily rate differential based on school assignment.

Responsibilities

Provide students with a positive learning environment that supports intellectual, social, and emotional growth and development.
Deliver instruction and implement lesson plans in line with District goals to support success for all students.
Supervise students in school-related settings and ensure their safety and welfare.
Maintain the established routines and procedures of the assigned school and classroom.
Support students in whole-class, small-group, and individual settings using various teaching methods.
Adapt instruction to best meet the needs of all students.
Communicate with students, staff, and families.
Follow and support District and school policies, rules, and procedures.
Meet with the appropriate administrator and become oriented to school policies and procedures, including attendance, discipline, schedules, emergency evacuation, and incident response.
Report student-related injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to administration immediately or as soon as reasonably possible.
Provide a written report of the day's activities at the conclusion of each teaching day.
Participate in District-provided professional development.
Maintain the confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the building administrator.