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Lower School Substitute Teacher Pre-K - Grade 4

FESSENDEN SCHOOL
West Newton, MA Part Time
POSTED ON 3/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2026

About Us

The Fessenden School is an all boys independent day and boarding school serving 540 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 9th Grade in West Newton, MA. The Fessenden School’s mission is to cultivate each boy’s talents and develop in balance his character, mind, and body in an inclusive and joyful community. For more than 100 years, The Fessenden School has offered state-of-the-art facilities, curriculum, and programs specifically designed to meet the educational needs of boys.


Position Summary


Substitute Teachers for the Lower School (Grades Pre-K to 4) have had experience in the classroom, understanding how to manage a classroom and to teach from lesson plans in order to provide continuity of instruction for the students. Substitute Teachers play an important role as the expectation is active and engaged teaching in a setting where students will continue to learn in the absence of their teacher. 

Compensation: $195 / day (7:30-3:00 pm) or $26.00 / hour if coverage is less than a full day.

 

Essential Responsibilities

FOR SHORT-TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS:

  • Teach classes following the lesson plan

  • Assist and supervise classrooms if the primary teacher is remote

  • Perform duties such as supervising drop-off and dismissal, recess, and lunch

  • Maintain all documentation connected with the curriculum and students

  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance

  • Exemplify the School’s mission and community principles, including the core values of honesty, respect, and compassion

  • Perform duties as assigned by the division head

  • Maintain current CPR/AED and First Aid certification

  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree

  • Experience in instructing children in academic, athletic, or camp programs

  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage a classroom

  • Ability to perform critical thinking, organization, prioritization, and problem-solving with minimal supervision

  • Ability to serve in a diverse community of colleagues, students, and parents

  • Enthusiasm and communication skills to engage boys and build meaningful relationships

Salary : $26

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