Teacher - Mathematics, Gr. 9-12 [Long-Term Substitute (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional, highly qualified Mathematics Teacher with an SEI endorsement to teach mathematics in an SEI setting to students in grades 9–12. The position is a long-term substitute assignment expected to run from November 17, 2026, through February 8, 2027. All substitutes are hired as per-diem substitutes and begin at the per-diem rate of pay. BPS teachers and leaders work toward high expectations for achievement, equitable access to high-quality instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. The district offers an environment that supports teacher creativity and innovation and respects teachers’ skills and abilities. This role reports to the Principal/Head of School. The successful candidate will set ambitious learning goals, monitor student understanding, and adjust instruction to help students succeed. They will communicate mathematics content effectively, provide rigorous and differentiated instruction, create a safe and inclusive classroom, respect students’ diverse backgrounds and identities, engage with families, and contribute to a collaborative professional learning community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Massachusetts Teaching License in Mathematics at the appropriate grade level.
SEI endorsement or dual certification in ESL.
Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
Ability to meet the Boston Public Schools Standards of Effective Teaching.
Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in urban schools.
Fluency in a BPS official language: Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.
Certification in Moderate Disabilities and/or English as a Second Language at the appropriate grade level(s).

Responsibilities

Teach mathematics in an SEI setting.
Set ambitious learning goals and provide challenging tasks while supporting the belief that all students can master demanding material.
Regularly assess student understanding and adjust instruction to achieve learning goals.
Demonstrate strong mathematics content knowledge and effective pedagogy, including connections to real-world settings, other content areas, and relevant standards.
Deliver creative, engaging, and standards-aligned instruction.
Scaffold and differentiate instruction so all students can engage in complex thinking and rigorous academic work.
Use instructional practices that challenge, motivate, and engage students and promote equitable participation.
Create a productive, safe learning environment in which students participate and feel valued.
Respect students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges.
Engage families and build collaborative, respectful relationships in support of student learning.
Reflect on practice, seek and respond to feedback, and pursue continuous learning and development.
Participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.