Long Term Substitute Teacher, Social Studies

1 year Long Term Substitute Teacher, Social Studies (3169)

Natick Public Schools Natick High School - Natick, Massachusetts

Job : 5701522

Final date to receive applications: Jun 26, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: May 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Title

LTS Teacher High School, Social Studies

Location

Natick High School

Reports To

Department Head

Work days/FTE

School Year 183 days / 1.0 FTE (full year)

Salary/Benefits

Salary and benefits per contract with the Education Association of Natick Unit A

Benefits Eligible?

Yes

JOB GOAL

We believe that all children are capable of attaining high levels of educational achievement in preparation for productive, rewarding lives and responsible citizenship. As a high school teacher, the goal is to educate all students to high levels through high-quality instruction.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Masters degree preferred

Professional Certification:

• Massachusetts DESE certification 9-12 in applicable field
• SEI Endorsement

Specialized Knowledge:

• Strong foundation in student-centered pedagogy
• Knowledge of the developmental needs of adolescents
• Strong content-area knowledge
• Thorough understanding of theories and teaching methodologies along with a sophisticated understanding of the academic, social, and emotional needs of high school students
• Working knowledge of the Massachusetts Standards-Based curriculum
• Working knowledge of the principles of UDL
• Working knowledge of SEL instruction and supports
• Commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice as they relate to student, staff, and community engagement and cultivation

Preferred Experience:

• Experience teaching in a diverse public school preferred
• Experience working with students with disabilities/special abilities preferred
• Experience working with students who are English language learners preferred
• Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and Power School preferred, but training will be provided

Skills:

• Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed
• Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable
• Passion for working with students, families, and colleagues
• Flexible and collaborative
• Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills, including written communication
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth
• Organized and able to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production

• Demonstrate appropriate long and short-term preparation for classroom instruction
• Hold high expectations for all students and serve as a facilitator of student learning
• Organize and use a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize learning of each child, individually and in group settings
• Assess student progress, provide students and parents with specific feedback, and use results to adjust instruction as needed
• Provide opportunities for academic support and challenge
• Teach district learning expectations as outlined in the curriculum documents
• Understand how knowledge in the subject areas is created, organized, and linked to other disciplines and life experiences
• Keep abreast of current developments in the field and deepen understanding of the discipline(s)
• Establish and maintain a functional, attractive, orderly, and safe classroom environment that is conducive to student learning and builds a sense of community

Any other relative duties as assigned.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily and may receive reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities, absent undue hardship.

• Move about the classroom, school, school grounds, office, or off-site locations
• Remain in a stationary position for periods of time
• Operate a computer and other school/office productivity machinery (iPad, copy machine, printer, assistive technology, etc.)
• Read material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed matter with or without visual aids
• Position oneself to maintain files and access school/classroom/office materials
• Communicate with others so that information received and given is understood and accurately communicated
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members in person, via video conference, on the telephone, or in writing
• Observe details at close range
• Ensure student safety in the school setting
• Multitask and meet multiple demands from several people
• May need to teach and support students with life skills development such as eating, cleaning, and toileting
• Lifting up to and including 25 lbs
• Moderate to loud noise level

Full-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Jennifer Hemenway
• 13
  
  E. Central Street
• Natick, Massachusetts 01760
• Phone:
• Email: jhemenway

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