The Westwood Public Schools is committed to active equity-based anti-racist education and the creation of a welcoming and inclusive school community in partnership with parents and community members.The Westwood Public Schools seeks qualified substitute teachers for Pre-K through grade 8.The District strives to hire those capable of providing continuity and quality in its instructional programs.Candidates must hold a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university have experience working with young people and pass a criminal background check. A valid teaching certificate is desirable.More information about substitute teaching in the Westwood Public Schools is available HereREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSMassachusetts teaching certification in relevant area preferredKNOWLEDGE ABILITY AND SKILL- Knowledge of the standards set forth in the MA curriculum frameworks and the Westwood learning expectations.- Knowledge of the relevant content.- Knowledge of relevant School Committee Policies district and building goals needs of the students in the class and relevant state and federal laws. - Ability to execute the performance standards set forth in the WPS teaching rubric.- Strong oral and written communication skills.- Strong organizational and planning skills.- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.- Ability to forge effective working relationships with students and parents.- Technological proficiency both in the use of technology for communication and for instruction.- Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.PERSONAL QUALITIES- Demonstrates caring and concern for all students.- Conveys a love of learning to students.- Makes positive contributions to the larger school community.- Communicates clearly.- Uses good judgment.JOB ENVIRONMENTWork takes place in classrooms and other building roomsareas including offices auditorium gym lunchroom and hallways within a school building setting primarily indoors. Job takes place in a high-performing school district with high expectations.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS- Requires sufficient vision to read printed documents and to view detail on a computer screen for extended periods.- Requires frequent standing walking sitting bending and reaching as well as carrying and occasionally lifting up to 30 lbs. - Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation on the telephone and in the classroom.- Ability to hear sounds clearly up to twenty feet.- Travel among buildings may be required.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Westwood Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion gender gender expression age national origin disability marital status sexual orientation or military status.