Boston Public Schools
Teacher - Elementary and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Gr. 2 (Holmes) (Long T
Boston Public Schools, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Teacher - Elementary and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Grade 2 (Holmes) (Long Term Substitute) (SY25-26)
Expected to start on 10/23/2025 and end on 11/24/2025. All substitute teachers begin at the per diem rate of pay. For more information about becoming a Boston Public Schools substitute, please visit
Boston Public Schools Sub Central .
Reports To Principal/Head of School
Responsibilities
Teach Elementary General Curriculum in a setting inclusive of students with Special Needs and English Language Learners (SEI).
Implement district learning goals and objectives, aligning with state frameworks and identifying access points for student portfolio development.
Provide small‑group instruction to students diagnosed with moderate to severe cognitive delays to ensure understanding and progress in the general curriculum.
Write and implement goals and objectives consistent with student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and provide timely and regular progress reports on student development.
Provide needed accommodations for student learning and testing when required. If needed, develop and implement curriculum, and collect and analyze student work in preparation for MCAS Alternative Assessment to assure progress and development.
Collaborate as a team member within the school building in supporting other staff members to respond to student needs for modification.
Core Competencies
Accountability for Student Achievement.
Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort.
Assesses students’ understanding regularly with ambitious learning goals in mind and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks.
Communicating Content Knowledge.
Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires.
Scaffolds and differentiates instruction in order for all students to do complex thinking and rigorous academic work.
Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community.
Acts actively in creating and maintaining an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning.
Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self‑awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development.
Qualifications - Required
Bachelor’s degree.
Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Elementary 1‑6 AND Moderate Disabilities PK‑8.
Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.
Current authorization to work in the United States – candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
Qualifications - Preferred
Experience teaching in urban schools.
Degree in Special Education.
Either SEI Endorsement OR ESL license for the appropriate grade level.
BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS’ official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.
In order to best serve all students, BPS prefers all core content teachers to be certified in their subject area and one or both of the following: Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).
The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias‑based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.
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Boston Public Schools Sub Central .
Reports To Principal/Head of School
Responsibilities
Teach Elementary General Curriculum in a setting inclusive of students with Special Needs and English Language Learners (SEI).
Implement district learning goals and objectives, aligning with state frameworks and identifying access points for student portfolio development.
Provide small‑group instruction to students diagnosed with moderate to severe cognitive delays to ensure understanding and progress in the general curriculum.
Write and implement goals and objectives consistent with student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and provide timely and regular progress reports on student development.
Provide needed accommodations for student learning and testing when required. If needed, develop and implement curriculum, and collect and analyze student work in preparation for MCAS Alternative Assessment to assure progress and development.
Collaborate as a team member within the school building in supporting other staff members to respond to student needs for modification.
Core Competencies
Accountability for Student Achievement.
Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort.
Assesses students’ understanding regularly with ambitious learning goals in mind and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks.
Communicating Content Knowledge.
Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires.
Scaffolds and differentiates instruction in order for all students to do complex thinking and rigorous academic work.
Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community.
Acts actively in creating and maintaining an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning.
Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self‑awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development.
Qualifications - Required
Bachelor’s degree.
Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Elementary 1‑6 AND Moderate Disabilities PK‑8.
Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.
Current authorization to work in the United States – candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
Qualifications - Preferred
Experience teaching in urban schools.
Degree in Special Education.
Either SEI Endorsement OR ESL license for the appropriate grade level.
BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS’ official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.
In order to best serve all students, BPS prefers all core content teachers to be certified in their subject area and one or both of the following: Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).
The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias‑based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.
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