Teacher - Social Studies, Gr. 9-12; Long Term Substitute; Anticipated ; SY

Teach:
Social Studies

Boston Public Schools Boston Day & Evening Academy – Boston, Massachusetts

Job : 5777013

Final date to receive applications: Dec 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

This position is an anticipated vacancy. It is expected to be vacant by 08/26/2026. However, the current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the day of the expected vacancy date. Your hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated, and you may start the year as a Long‑Term Substitute if the position does not become vacant by the start of the school year.

THIS IS A LONG‑TERM SUB POSITION that is expected to start on 08/26/2026 and end on 11/30/2026. Please note that all substitute teachers are hired as per diem subs, even when placed in long‑term assignments. All substitutes begin at the per diem rate of pay.

Boston Public Schools (BPS) seeks an exceptional Social Studies Teacher 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.

Reports to:

Principal/Head of School

Teach Social Studies

• Accountability for Student Achievement (II‑A‑1. Quality of Effort and Work, II‑D‑2. High Expectations, I‑B‑2. Adjustments to Practice)
  • 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 (I‑A‑1. Subject Matter Knowledge, I‑A‑4. Well‑Structured Lessons)
  • Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires.
  • Demonstrates understanding of how the subject matter applies in real‑world settings and connects to other content areas and relevant standards.
  • Can convey content in creative and engaging ways that align to standards.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction (II‑A‑3. Meeting Diverse Needs, II‑A‑2. Student Engagement, II‑B‑1. Safe Learning Environment)
  • Scaffolds and differentiates instruction in order for all students to do complex thinking and rigorous academic work.
  • Uses instructional practices that are likely to 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 (II‑C‑1. Respects Differences, II‑C‑2. Maintains a Respectful Environment)
  • Actively creates and maintains an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
• Parent/Family Engagement (III‑A‑1. Parent/Family Engagement)
  • Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning.
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration (IV‑A‑1. Reflective Practice, IV‑C‑1. Professional 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.

• Education: Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License for Social Studies at the relevant grade level.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and “Highly Qualified.”
• Ability to meet BPS’s Standards of Effective Teaching as outlined above.
• Current authorization to work in the United States – applicants must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

• Experience teaching in urban schools.
• Hold either an SEI Endorsement or…