Job Description
Job Title: ES Special Education Teacher Long-Term Substitute - Grade 3 (IMMEDIATE OPENING)
Location: Elementary School
Reports To: Building Principal
Subordinates: None
Position Type: Temporary Full-Time, Non-Exempt
School Year: School Year 2025-2026
Salary Range: $225 Per Day Rate (Substitute Scale School Year 2025-2026)
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide consistent and effective instruction in the absence of the regular classroom Teacher. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering lesson plans, managing classroom dynamics, and ensuring a positive learning environment that aligns with the School's educational objectives.
This job description outlines the core duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required in this role. The ideal candidate should be flexible and adaptable in meeting the evolving needs of the District.
Key Responsibilities:
Implement and adapt lesson plans to meet the diverse needs of students.
Maintain classroom discipline and foster a respectful, inclusive atmosphere.
Assess and monitor student progress, providing feedback as necessary.
Collaborate with other educators and staff to support student learning and well-being.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding educational matters.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Massachusetts teaching license in the appropriate subject area.
Prior teaching experience is preferred.
Strong classroom management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Additional Requirements:
Background check and fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts regulations.
Completion of any required training or certifications upon hire, including first aid, CPR, and behavior management training.
Massachusetts DESE Regulations for This Position:
The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has established specific guidelines for the employment of Long-Term Substitute Teachers. Key criteria include:
Educational Requirements:
A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required to serve as a Long-Term Substitute Teacher.
Licensure Requirements:
For assignments exceeding 90 consecutive days, the substitute must hold the appropriate Massachusetts teaching license for the subject area they are teaching.
Duration of Assignment:
Under emergency regulations, individuals with a bachelor's degree can serve as Long-Term Substitutes for up to the entire school year, an increase from the previous limit of 90 days. However, this extension does not apply to roles requiring Special Education or English as a Second Language (ESL) licenses.
Hardship Waivers:
In situations where a licensed educator is unavailable, districts may apply for a hardship waiver to employ an unlicensed individual as a Long-Term Substitute. The District must demonstrate that a suitable licensed candidate is not available for the position.
Important Note:
Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Compensation and Benefits:
Temporary Full-Time Position in accordance with the established Substitute Teacher Scale. This position is not eligible for any Benefits.
Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Mission
The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist families in their role as primary educators of their students by providing a liberal arts education representative of diverse works and global perspectives and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.
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