26-27 Long Term Substitute Teacher - Dance and Yoga (11/5/26-2/11/27)

Somerville Public Schools • Somerville, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position for the 2026-2027 school year, running from November 5, 2026, to February 11, 2027. The teacher in the Somerville Public Schools is responsible for maintaining the safety, care, and well-being of students. They should possess an understanding of child and youth development and provide opportunities for learning and social-emotional development, adhering to the standards, scope, and sequence of grade-level content areas. The teacher is expected to hold high expectations for every student, identify their unique learning strengths and needs, and utilize differentiated instruction strategies to ensure equitable and meaningful access to the curriculum for all students.

Requirements

• Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Educator's license in the field or subject for this position
• DESE SEI endorsement
• MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance
• Fingerprints

Nice To Haves

• Required Bilingual Educator Preferred

Responsibilities

• Plans units and lessons and delivers instruction aligned to State standards and district curriculum.
• Provides ongoing formative and summative assessments and analyzes assessment data in order to determine learning needs of students.
• Adapts curriculum and instruction to teach all students according to their varied learning strengths and needs.
• Establishes and maintains culturally responsive and two-way communication with parents, guardians, and caregivers.
• Collaborates with other educators for the delivery of specialized instruction and/or social and emotional support according to students’ needs.
• Follows the guidance and direction of the School Principal and other school and district administrators to maintain a safe, welcoming, culturally affirming, and equitable learning environment.
• Participates in professional growth opportunities, reflects on current practices, and incorporates new methodologies into instructional planning and delivery.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Principal/Supervisor and in accordance with the SEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits are determined in accordance with the Somerville Educators Union, Unit A collective bargaining agreement and the policies of the Somerville School Committee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed