Position: Building Substitute

Vassal Lane Upper School

Vassal Lane Upper School Community:

Vassal Lane Upper School is a vibrant 6-8 middle school, home to 300 students from three feeder schools. In addition, we have students from all over the world as part of our Sheltered English Immersion program.

We are committed to collaboration and creating environments in which all students learn at high levels. We are mindful of societal inequities and work to challenge injustice. We strive to promote inquiry, reflection, critical thinking, creative expression, resilience, civic engagement, and lifelong learning.

The Role:

The Building Substitute teacher will be responsible for taking over the classroom instructional duties as well as specialists classes. Additionally, the Substitute Teacher may be required to provide instructional support for students with disabilities in accordance with their IEP. The Substitute Teacher should be able to develop some lessons, be willing to use assisted technology, and work in a team teaching environment. The Building Substitute Teacher will keep appropriate classroom records, provide a safe, nurturing environment for students, and establish clear expectations for behavior and learning.

Your Skill Set:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher. Teaching experience in an urban setting with multicultural student populations. Good collaborative skills for working with collaborating teachers, staff and parents.

Cambridge Public Schools is committed to slowing and/or stopping the spread of COVID-19. Therefore, as a condition of employment with Cambridge Public Schools, all new hires will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 no later than their first day of work. Written requests for either a religious exemption from this requirement based on sincerely held religious beliefs, or for a medical exemption based upon clear documentation from a medical provider should be submitted to the attention of the Chief Talent Officer.

How to Join Our Team:

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity. 

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.