Long Term Substitute- PreK Educator (.8 teacher/.2 PreK Developmental Evals January - June 2027)

Canton Public Schools • Canton, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Rodman Early Childhood Program seeks a Long Term Substitute PreK Educator to work from early to mid-January 2027 through the end of the school year. The role is divided between PreK education four days per week (Monday through Thursday) and Preschool Developmental Evaluations one day per week (Friday). The program is an inclusive community serving over 100 students, including children with varied disabilities and needs; classrooms are integrated and welcome community peers where appropriate.

Teachers provide a well-organized, academically challenging, culturally and linguistically responsive classroom where students can access the curriculum, progress toward Massachusetts standards, and develop social-emotional skills. The educator joins a collaborative, supportive team committed to creativity, flexibility, student learning, and belonging. The work year is 183 days, prorated to the days remaining in the school year. Compensation is long-term substitute pay of $353.50 per day.

Requirements

• Valid Massachusetts DESE teacher certification in Early Childhood, with or without disabilities, or PreK–8 Moderate Disabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Highly Qualified as defined by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Ability to relate to a variety of constituencies, including administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, students, other school staff, and visitors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and leadership abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of internet and email systems, word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software, and educational software.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning and meet the needs of all learners.
• Provide a developmentally appropriate, high-quality preschool setting.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with state standards, IEP goals, and district-approved instructional curricula, using culturally and linguistically responsive practices.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
• Engage in reflective practice regarding curricula, instruction, and culturally responsive practices.
• Create a culturally and linguistically responsive classroom environment and build relationships that foster belonging.
• Prepare the classroom and select culturally and linguistically responsive learning materials and resources.
• Identify and implement differentiated instructional resources and methods based on student data and varying needs.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment aligned with district-approved curriculum or Massachusetts standards; use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Implement student safety plans, IEPs, 504 plans, health care plans, and behavior support plans.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development using data; use findings to adapt instruction, assessments, and assignments.
• Report on progress toward IEP goals and objectives as needed, and monitor individual student progress using data.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress, development, and attendance as appropriate.
• Support students’ social and emotional well-being during the school day.
• Manage classroom and school behavior by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures consistent with the student handbook.
• Participate in department and school meetings and parent/guardian meetings.
• Regularly communicate student progress and needs to students, colleagues, and parents/guardians.
• Keep current with developments in the subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities.
• Collaborate with student services staff, special educators, and other related service providers.
• Perform other duties articulated in the collective bargaining agreement as assigned by the building principal or District administration.
• Complete Preschool Developmental Evaluations one day per week (Friday).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level