Long Term Substitute Teacher - High School Math

Haverhill Public Schools•Haverhill, MA

About The Position

Haverhill Public Schools is hiring a Long Term Substitute Teacher for high school math for the 2026–2027 work year, with an anticipated effective date of December 2026. The substitute is responsible for instructional, curriculum, and general duties assigned by the Principal, Supervisor, or Superintendent and must work cooperatively with colleagues, administrators, and parents or guardians. The position reports directly to the Principal on building matters and is jointly responsible to the Principal and appropriate Supervisor for instruction and curriculum. Substitute pay varies by qualifications: $175 per day for a retired teacher, $154 per day for a Massachusetts-certified teacher, $140 per day for a non-certified teacher with a bachelor's degree, and $126 per day for a non-certified teacher with at least an associate degree or 60 college credits. Long-term substitutes remaining in the same position on the 31st day receive an additional $50 per day over the applicable substitute rate. Haverhill Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates receive consideration.

Requirements

For non-certified teachers, a minimum of an associate degree or completion of two years of college (60 credits) is specified.
Must be able to adapt to a variety of lesson plans across subjects or grades.

Nice To Haves

Licensure by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Substitute daily for absent professional staff as determined by the Principal or designee.
Carry out instructional, curriculum, and general duties as directed by the Principal, Supervisor, and Superintendent.
Work cooperatively with colleagues, administrators, and parents or guardians.
Maintain and respect the confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
Adapt to a variety of lesson plans when covering different subjects or grades.
Provide a summary of activities completed, lesson plans completed or not completed, and other information the classroom teacher should know.
Maintain a safe and positive learning environment for all students.
Report student discipline issues to the appropriate authority.
Follow district staff policies.
Complete required annual staff training and the Substitute Handbook.
Perform other duties assigned by the Principal or directed by the Superintendent or designee, consistent with Haverhill School Committee policies.