Long Term Substitute Teacher

• ASD Program
  Whitman-Hanson Regional School District
  John Duval Jr. Elementary
• Whitman, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Whitman-Hanson Reg School District
  Job Details
  

Job ID:

5912206

Application Deadline:

Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

JOB GOALS

To instruct students in accordance with the educational philosophy, course objectives, and curriculum of the District

To provide maximum learning opportunities for students in accordance with program objectives and each 'student's abilities, interests, and needs

To continuously develop his/her professional knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors in order to improve the educational opportunities of his/her students

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

INSTRUCTION

Instructs students in accordance with the District's philosophy of education, policies, and curriculum

Directs the teaching/ learning process toward the achievement of program goals, establishes specific objectives for all lessons, communicates these objectives to students.

Is prepared to instruct students assigned and has written documentation (e.g., plan book) of preparation

Diagnoses the learning needs of students in terms of the course objectives on a continuous basis and seeks the assistance of District specialists as required

Employs a variety of instructional techniques, materials, instructional media, consistent with the needs, interests, and abilities of the students and the objectives of the course

Assess the progress of students in terms of course ob¬jectives on a continuous basis and provides progress reports as required

Sets a positive example for students and community by demonstrating respect and concern for students and an awareness of community values

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

Manages and fully utilizes class time for instructional purposes

Establishes and maintains a classroom environment condu¬cive to learning and teaching.

Assists the Administration in implementing policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner

Promotes appropriate student behavior and attends to misbehavior when it occurs in the teacher's presence whenever it is brought to a teacher's attention (e.g., hallway, cafeteria, washrooms, and grounds) Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment materials and facilities

ORGANIZATION

Conducts school-related activities in conformity with School Committee policies and administrative regulations

Cooperates with administrators and others in developing and supporting school activities and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching

Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors

Maintains accurate student records as required by law, School Committee policy and administrative regulations

Takes and records attendance accurately in classes and/or homeroom, notes excessive absenteeism to supervisory personnel and parents

Conducts routine assignments with accuracy, promptness and efficiency

Maintains an accurate inventory of materials and supplies used in carrying out assignments

Performs all other duties as required by the school administration.

PARENT/COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS

Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes

2. Establishes and maintains communication (oral and written) with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.

Solicits appropriately the help of parent (5) as required in the education of their children.

Maintains good humor, enthusiasm, initiative, and integrity with students and parents and has a positive working relationship with them.

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

Assists in the development of curriculum and methods of course/ students evaluation in cooperation with department colleagues and the administration.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.

Incorporates constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement in performance made by supervisors.

Continuously self evaluates professional effectiveness in areas of curriculum, classroom performance, and teacher—student, staff and community relationships in order to maintain and/or improve professional competence.

Keeps abreast of new developments in his/her instructional discipline(s) and successful educational practices and programs in order to improve the quality of the educational experiences of his/her students.

QUALIFICATIONS

Massachusetts certification in subject area.

Demonstrates ability to instruct school students and to maintain purpose and order in the classroom and all other areas of the school.

Commitment to continuously improve professional competence

Demonstrates ability to design and deliver instruction to facilitate learning consistent with the philosophy, goals, curriculum and policies as established by the School Committee.

LTTST Long-Term Temporary Substitute Teacher:

(21+ days, same teacher)

Does not hold a MA DESE license: Per Diem Rate $150 per day

Licensed by

MA DESE:

Per Diem Rate $160 per day

WHRSD Retired Teacher:

Per Diem Rate $160 per day

(Retired in good standing)

SYTST School Year Temporary Substitute Teacher:

Step 1, commensurate with highest degree

The Superintendent may adjust compensation as appropriate.

Position

Daily Rate

Sick Days

Personal Days

Health Insurance

DTST

• NL•
  $100
  no
  no
  no
  DTST•L•
  $110
  no
  no
  no
  DTST•RTWH
  $110
  NA
  NA
  NA
  LTTST•NL
  $150
  1 per month
  no
  yes
  LTTST•L
  $160
  1 per month
  no
  yes
  LTTST•RTWH
  $160
  NA
  NA
  NA
  SYTST•L
  Per CBA, Step 1
  Yes, Per CBA
  yes, Per CBA
  yes
  Daily Sub Nurse
  $32 per hour
  no
  no
  no
  LT Sub Para
  per Unit D #2
  1 per month
  NL = non-licensed by MA DESE
  L = Licensed by MA DESE
  

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Requirements

At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Bachelor degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required