Building Substitute - Kennedy Middle School

Waltham Public Schools John

F. Kennedy Middle School
- Waltham, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Waltham Public Schools John

F. Kennedy Middle School
- Waltham, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5908810

Final date to receive applications: Sep 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Substitute Teacher

The Substitute Teacher will be responsible for taking over the instruction for all grade levels and subject matter or provide paraprofessional coverage. Additionally, the Substitute Teacher may be required to provide support for all students including students with disabilities and English language learners. The Substitute Teacher should be able to follow the teacher’s lesson plan, be willing to use technology, and work in a team teaching environment.

The Building Substitute Teacher will keep appropriate classroom records, provide a safe, nurturing environment for students, and establish clear expectations for learning and behavior.

• Follow WPS and school building policies, rules and procedures.
• Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns.
• Complies with all procedures and schedules.
• Informs the absent teacher aware of special situations or problems encountered.
• Implements effective pupil management procedures.
• Maintains a positive learning environment.
• Provide lunchroom and recess supervision.
• Other duties may be assigned by the building administrators.
• Daily Building Substitute work 3 school days per week from 7:40am - 2:30pm. The schedule will be established with the school leader. Building Substitutes are able to work additional days if there is a specific need and they are interested in doing so

Reports To:

Building Principal and/or designee

Salary: $125/Day for DESE Certified Teacher and/or Bachelor’s Degree

$110/Day for Some College Credits and/or Experience Working with Students

$100/Day for Novice Substitutes and/or HS Diploma

Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who 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 interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.

Position Type: Part-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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