Long Term Substitute: Math Specialist
Listed on 2026-03-07
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Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Middle School, Elementary School
Long Term Substitute:
Math Specialist
Waltham Public Schools – Henry Whittemore Elementary School, Waltham, Massachusetts
Job DetailsJob : 5494379
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Mar 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: As per the WEA contract
Job DescriptionLong Term Substitute:
Math Specialist (2/6-5/6 Approx.)
The purpose of this position is to have an individual who will teach students in the field of Mathematics.
QualificationsQualified applicants must forward cover letter, resume, transcripts, proof of MA DESE license and SEI Endorsement as well as three current letters of recommendation.
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education for the grade(s) and subject(s) assigned.
- Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.
- Demonstrates sound knowledge and understanding of the high school mathematics common core standards and mathematical practices.
- Designs standards-based lessons with challenging and measurable objectives.
- Provides a student-centered environment in each class taught.
- Effectively integrates technology into the curriculum.
- Designs and administers a variety of assessments to measure student learning.
- Individually and with colleagues, organizes and analyzes results from assessments and uses findings to adjust instruction.
- Promotion of high standards and expectations for student proficiency.
- Differentiates instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity.
- Create and maintain a safe physical and intellectual environment for students.
- Provide opportunities for students to work collaboratively in groups.
- Regularly uses two-way communication with families about student performance and learning.
- Communicates respectfully with parents and demonstrates understanding of and sensitivity to different families’ home language, culture and values.
- Updates parents on curriculum throughout the year and suggests strategies for supporting learning at school and home.
- Effectively collaborates with colleagues in developing units, examining student work, analyzing student performance and planning interventions.
- Continuously participates in professional development to improve teaching practice.
Scope:
Supervises students and evaluates their achievement.
Given and Received:
Supervised by principal and/or director.
Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Diversity StatementWaltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) to welcome diverse candidates. We value and prioritize hiring educators who bring diverse perspectives and reflect the diversity of the students we serve.
MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the increase of teachers of color.
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