Day-to-Day Substitute Teacher (2026-2027)

About the Role

Substitute teachers play a crucial role in maintaining the academic progress of the students enrolled in the Springfield Public Schools. During the school day, substitute teachers create an appropriate atmosphere to facilitate students' learning and ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the students. In addition, substitute teachers are expected to perform other related duties as assigned by the building administrator(s), in accordance with the school/division policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Be flexible in order to meet the school administration's needs and readily adapt to the needs of the classroom.
• Arrive 20 minutes early to review all materials and make sure you're prepared before the students arrive in the classroom.
• Report to the main office upon arrival at school.
• Create and enforce structured discipline and classroom control.
• Establish a safe and positive environment for all students and staff members.
• Assume responsibility overseeing student behavior in the classroom and surrounding areas in order to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Honor the teacher and school policies, procedures, and schedules.
• Report all incidences of students, including injuries, accidents, illnesses, and behavioral problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Implement lesson plans and instructions left by the absent teacher.
• Utilize all academic class time to continue the students' learning progress.
• Engage all students in lesson through interactive, effective teaching methods to maintain progress in the teaching curricula.
• Organize students and classroom for effective instruction.
• Complete a Substitute Teacher Report Form for the regular classroom teacher at the end of every assignment.
• Return all instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper location at the end of the day.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/division policies and practices.

Requirements

• Must possess a minimum of 30 college credits.
• Produce the required documents (cover letter, current resume, official transcripts (sealed envelope) from an accredited college or university, three character reference letters).

Pay

• Base Pay: $146.36/day
• After 45 days (non-consecutive): $172.21/day
• Long-Term Substitute Teacher (30 consecutive days in one assignment): $290.11/day (SY24 pay rate)

All Springfield Public School Substitute Teachers are compensated on a bi-weekly schedule.

About Our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits.
• Numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff.
• Support from instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches for lesson planning, data analysis, and management.
• Career advancement opportunities and investment in "Grow our Own" and educational pipeline programs to help staff achieve a college degree or certification pathways.

If there is something specific you would like to know about the position or assistance with matching your skills to a position, contact Carmen Molina-Figueroa at molina-figueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.