Long-Term Elementary Teacher Substitute - Grade 5

JOB TITLE: Long-Term Elementary Teacher Substitute Grade 5
LOCATION: Williamstown Elementary School
REPORTS TO: Principal

ANTICIPATED ASSIGNMENT:
Beginning November 23 2026 with an end date to be determined. The assignment is anticipated to last at least three to four weeks and may extend up to 12 weeks depending on the permanent teachers absence. This is a temporary non-benefitted position.

POSITION STATEMENT:
Mount Greylock Regional School District seeks a dedicated and collaborative Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide Grade 5 instruction at Williamstown Elementary School. The successful candidate will maintain continuity of learning foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment and support students academic and social-emotional development throughout the assignment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree required; masters degree preferred.

• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education licensure or eligibility for licensure in Elementary Education Grades 16 preferred.

• Experience teaching elementary students preferably at the upper elementary level.

• Strong instructional classroom management organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues families and support staff.

• Availability to begin November 23 2026 and commit to the anticipated assignment with flexibility regarding its duration.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Plan and deliver engaging standards-aligned Grade 5 instruction consistent with the schools curriculum and established instructional practices.

• Maintain continuity of instruction by using available lesson plans instructional materials classroom routines and guidance from the Grade 5 team.

• Demonstrate effective instructional practices across elementary content areas including literacy and mathematics.

• Foster a positive inclusive classroom environment through culturally and linguistically sustaining practices and consistent classroom expectations.

• Assess student progress and use data to adjust instruction and differentiate learning experiences for a range of student needs.

• Implement student accommodations and modifications in collaboration with special education staff and other support personnel.

• Maintain accurate records of attendance student progress and other required classroom information.

• Communicate proactively and professionally with families colleagues and school administrators.

• Participate in relevant team meetings and school responsibilities during the assignment.

• Support a smooth transition at the beginning and conclusion of the assignment.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal.

COMPENSATION & EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

• Daily rate: $260 per day worked.

• Benefits: This position is non-benefitted.

• Employment status: Temporary for the duration of the assignment. The anticipated timeframe is an estimate and may change based on the permanent teachers return.

PROVISIONS & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The selected candidate must comply with district policies procedures and applicable employment requirements.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment screenings before the start of the assignment including:

• National Fingerprint-Based Criminal Background Check (NCBC)

• Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI)

• Sexual Offender Record Information (SORI)

Required Experience:

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