Permanent Building Substitute Teacher

NOTICE OF VACANCY Permanent Building Substitute BURGESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 2026-2027 School Year Anticipated Start Date: August 31, 2026 REPORTS TO: Building Principals / Assistant Principals

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide daily substitute coverage, as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their records
• provides substitute coverage for teachers, assistants or other educational staff as assigned
• reviews all plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day
• maintains established routines and procedures of the school and classroom assigned
• teaches the lessons outlined in the classroom teacher's lesson plans
• writes a report about work completed at the end of each teaching day for absent teacher
• meets with teachers for curriculum discussions as requested
• meets with teachers and other specialists to discuss school issues as requested
• participates in in-service training programs and/or workshops as assigned
• performs other duties as assigned

ABILITY TO:

• communicate effectively with students, teachers, and administration
• effectively apply school procedures and student handbook regulations
• work with children of varying abilities, including children with disabilities
• maintain cooperative, productive and flexible working relationship when dealing with students and staff
• solve practical problems with students and staff
• understand and carry out oral and written directions
• plan and organize work to meet deadlines
• provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• child development and challenges faced by students with and without disabilities
• curriculum expectations of grade level/discipline to which he/she is assigned
• available assistive technologies, with appropriate training
• effective use of computer and relevant educational software applications
• interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• safe operation of school equipment necessary to successfully complete daily tasks, including but not limited to copier, laminator, and paper cutter
• telephone/computer techniques and etiquette

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
• Evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Appropriate Massachusetts Department of Education certification preferred
• Approved CORI and Fingerprinting results

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Days school is in session Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00: p.m.

SALARY: $149.75 Per Day

Kathy Pelley, Principal Burgess Elementary School 45 Burgess School Road Sturbridge, MA 01566

POSTED: 7/13/26 APPLICATION DEADLINE: 7/28/26

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