Long-Term Substitute Special Education (ISP) Elementary Teacher (One Year Long SY26-27)

Watertown Public Schools•Watertown, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Watertown Public Schools Office of Student Services seeks a highly qualified, knowledgeable long-term substitute special education teacher for an elementary ISP position. The role serves the school community by providing instruction and support to students in a creative, collaborative environment that respects teachers’ skills and abilities. The position is temporary and is expected to end in June 2026. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with state and district standards, uses formative assessment and differentiation, maintains a safe and organized classroom, and supports student learning, engagement, and positive behavior. The role also involves working with families and the community, participating in professional and extracurricular activities as directed, and carrying out other assigned duties. Teachers are expected to reflect on their practice, collaborate with colleagues, and respect students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in teaching from an accredited institution, or a degree in a related field.
Massachusetts teaching certification in the appropriate subject area.
Experience in a special education setting.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to report to work regularly and punctually.
Meet professional teacher-education requirements of the school, district, and state.
Knowledge of and ability to implement relevant technology.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate mastery of the subject matter, instructional skills, and instructional resources for courses taught.
Create lesson plans aligned with current state and district standards, using formative assessment and differentiation to guide instruction.
Maintain a safe, organized classroom that supports independent learning, collaboration, and student choice.
Use a variety of effective instructional and classroom-management techniques.
Provide varied assessments and use assessment results to plan instruction.
Give students consistent, immediate feedback and ask analytical questions that connect learning to prior knowledge, life experience, and interests.
Monitor and maintain a positive classroom environment aligned with school-wide behavior expectations, student engagement, mutual respect, and cooperative learning.
Work effectively with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
Encourage family and community involvement, obtain parent information when requested, return phone calls promptly, and respond to emails.
Participate in appropriate professional activities and contribute to collaborative professional learning.
Participate in extracurricular activities, including social and sporting activities, clubs, and student organizations, as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned or required to accomplish the objectives of the school program.
Use relevant technology in teaching and other job duties.