Long-term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Long-term Substitute Special Education Teacher Oxford Public Schools Special Education Department•Oxford, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5662790

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

TITLE:

Substitute Teacher•Long-term (30 to 90 Classroom Days in the same assignment)

TIMEFRAME

April 27, 2026•June 17, 2026

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Building Principal, the Long-term Substitute Teacher provides classroom coverage for a teacher who is absent for an extended period, working the regular hours of the absent Classroom Teacher during his/her absence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaches content and skills in assigned classroom utilizing lesson plan and designated curriculum. Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the curriculum and the needs of each student and/or subgroups of students. Evaluates academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, keeps appropriate records to include attendance reports and other recordkeeping activities, as necessary. Evaluates each student's progress in meeting the course standards. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment. Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve learning, health, and attitude problems. Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress. Supervises students in assigned out-of-classroom activities during the school day. Participates in faculty meetings. Administers testing in accordance with division testing practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree required. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education License in the pertinent subject area or student age classification preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the subject(s) or age group being taught and the principles and methodologies of effective teaching. Skill-based competencies include attention to detail and accuracy; exercise of judgment in carrying out tasks with minimal guidance and direction; operating a computer including Microsoft and Google applications; and familiarity with educational software. Ability-based competencies include communicating effectively; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be required to remain stationary for extended periods; exhibit manual dexterity to enter data into a computer; comprehend and communicate; and move up to 25 pounds. Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job is normally performed in a school classroom environment and may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The essential duties and responsibilities listed are intended only as an illustration of the type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$150 to $150 Per Day