Teacher - Elementary, Gr. 6; Long Term Substitute; SY

Teacher - Elementary, Gr. 6 (Long Term Substitute) (SY25-26)

Join to apply for the Teacher - Elementary, Gr. 6 (Long Term Substitute) (SY25-26) role at Boston Public Schools.

This long‑term substitute position is expected to start on 1/5/2026 and end at the conclusion of the school year. All substitute teachers are hired at the per diem rate of pay.

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Elementary Teacher with an SEI endorsement who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter.

In BPS, teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BPS supports creativity, innovation, and respect for teachers' skills.

Reports to:

Principal / Head of School.

• Creatively provide an interdisciplinary course of study that integrates reading, writing, and analytical skills development in alignment with state curricular frameworks for core content areas.
• Implement district learning goals and objectives using district supported curriculum as outlined in the District Curriculum Universal Accommodation Plan.
• Create developmentally appropriate, child-centered environment that establishes positive student behavioral expectations conducive to all learners' needs through structured routines, and positive behavioral interventions.
• Establish classroom structure that values positive relationships through intentional implementation of appropriate curriculum.
• Administer district mid-year and end-of-year assessments in accordance with district guidelines.

• Accountability for Student Achievement
  • Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort.
  • Assesses students’ understanding regularly with ambitious learning goals in mind and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks.
  • Passionate and optimistic about their students, their content, and the teaching profession.
• Communicating Content Knowledge
  • Demonstrates mastery and enthusiasm for the content area and its pedagogy.
  • Demonstrates understanding of how the subject matter applies in real-world settings and connects to other content areas and standards.
  • Can convey content in creative and engaging ways that align to standards.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction
  • Scaffolds and differentiates instruction in order for all students to do complex thinking and rigorous academic work.
  • Uses instructional practices that challenge, motivate, and engage all students and facilitate equitable, active student participation.
  • Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community.
• Cultural Proficiency
  • Actively creates and maintains an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
• Parent/Family Engagement
  • Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning.
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration
  • Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development.
  • Seeks to participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Elementary 1-6.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.
• Current authorization to work in the United States – Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

• Experience teaching in urban schools.
• Hold an SEI endorsement or a dual certification in ESL.
• Degree in Education.
• BPS values…