Grade 4 Long Term Teacher Substitute

Job Description

Starting Date:
Aug 31, 2026

Grade 4 Teacher provides a developmentally appropriate educational program for students in Grade 4. The teacher supervises students within the classroom and assigned areas; develops lesson plans and delivers instruction within the established curriculum guidelines; collaborates with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators to improve instruction; and engages parents/guardians in conversations regarding instructional programs and student progress.

• Creates and maintains an effective and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal classroom climate
• Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development activities to improve instruction and stay up to date on district initiatives
• Assesses student progress toward learning targets, objectives, and expectations
• Collects data to document student progress and aid in planning
• Provides feedback on progress to students, parents, and administration
• Holds parent conferences in the fall and spring to discuss individual student progress
• Instructs students in English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and an anti‑bullying curriculum
• Prepares daily lessons and activities
• Provides targeted intervention to close student learning gaps
• Other job‑related duties as required

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Master’s Degree in Education (desired)
• Demonstrated experience with kindergarten learning principles (desired)

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

• Frequently kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch; periodically stand, talk, and listen; occasionally sit, walk, lift, or carry; regular attendance is a necessary and essential function; required to lift or move objects up to 25 pounds.

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti‑racism and nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.