Kindergarten Teacher (LTS)

Woburn Public Schools•Woburn, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Woburn Public Schools is seeking a long-term substitute Kindergarten Teacher to provide coverage from November 17, 2026, through December 23, 2026. The kindergarten classroom may be co-taught. The teacher reports directly to the Principal of the School and works closely with district personnel to provide high-quality instruction to a diverse student population. The role is responsible for creating a safe, equitable, culturally responsive learning environment with high expectations for all students. Long-term substitutes are paid $125.00 per day for the first 20 workdays. Beginning on the 21st workday, the daily rate for the remainder of the assignment is $346.55 for a substitute with a Bachelor's degree or $372.42 for one with a Master's degree. Employment terms are outlined in the Agreement Between The Woburn Teachers’ Association and The Woburn School Committee. Woburn Public Schools states its commitment to embracing diverse perspectives and backgrounds and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a district member of Mass Partnership for Diversity in Education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
Current Massachusetts DESE certification in Elementary Education.
Ability to provide instruction in a safe, equitable, culturally responsive classroom with high expectations for all students.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience working with students, colleagues, and families from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Training and experience across elementary-level reading, mathematics, writing, and social-emotional learning.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming, inclusive, culturally responsive classroom environment that supports student learning and allows students to share their authentic selves.
Implement district curriculum aligned with Massachusetts DESE Frameworks and provide standards-based academic instruction, coordinating with special education and English learner staff to support appropriate inclusion.
Administer district assessments and use data to implement strategies that meet students’ needs.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities within and outside the district, including in instructional technology.
Assess and evaluate student abilities and progress using a variety of assessments in a timely and consistent manner; monitor progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Refer students for alternative services provided by the district.
Use feedback from the Principal, coaches, and peers to reflect on and improve teaching practices and style.
Collaborate effectively with grade-level and department teachers on 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.