1.0 FTE Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 5

Lexington Public Schools • Lexington, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Long-Term Substitute Teacher will cover a Grade 5 leave of absence from approximately April 3, 2027, through the end of the 2026–2027 school year, unless circumstances dictate a change. The position pays $175 per diem for days worked and is non-benefits eligible and at-will. The teacher instructs Grade 5 students, plans and delivers learning experiences, supports students’ academic and social development, maintains a productive classroom environment, and communicates with families and school staff.

Requirements

• Appropriate licensure in the subject and at the posted grade level is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of capability with technology.
• Experience and commitment to working in a racially and culturally diverse teaching and learning community.

Responsibilities

• Meet and instruct Grade 5 students during assigned class times and at designated locations.
• Plan a program of study that meets students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities as much as possible.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
• Prepare for assigned classes and provide written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Encourage students to establish and maintain classroom behavior standards.
• Guide learning toward curriculum goals; establish clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects and communicate them to students.
• Use varied instructional techniques and media appropriate to the setting and students’ needs and capabilities.
• Implement the district’s educational philosophy, instructional goals, and objectives through instruction and professional conduct.
• Regularly assess student accomplishments and provide progress reports as required.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Implement policies and rules governing student conduct and maintain fair and orderly classroom procedures.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or reasonably requested under applicable terms.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides and volunteers and assist department heads and principals in evaluating their performance.
• Maintain and improve professional competence; attend required staff meetings and serve on staff committees.
• Teach the adopted course of study and other appropriate learning activities; provide instruction in citizenship and required subject matter.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small-group instruction adapted to pupil needs.
• Translate lesson plans into effective learning experiences and make appropriate use of instructional time.
• Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, maintain records, and prepare progress reports.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means about student progress and the school program.
• Identify pupil needs and work with professional staff to assess and help address health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Create an effective learning environment with functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Participate in district in-service education and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with the district testing program.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required, faculty committees, and sponsorship of pupil activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed