Substitute Teacher Jobs in Boxford, MA

A Substitute Teacher in secondary education fulfills the important role of stepping in and maintaining the continuity of student learning during a regular teacher's absence. They are responsible for implementing lesson plans, maintaining classroom management, and facilitating a positive learning environment. Substitute teachers are also expected to adhere to all school policies and procedures, and they often need to adapt quickly to different classroom settings and teaching subjects, necessitating good adaptability and flexibility skills.

Important skills for a Substitute Teacher include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a high degree of patience, and a passion for teaching. They should also be capable of thinking quickly on their feet and managing classrooms effectively. As for certifications, most states require a bachelor's degree and a substitute teaching permit or credential, which may include some education coursework and passing a background check. Previous roles that could lead to substitute teaching include working as a Teaching Assistant, a Tutor, or a Youth Mentor, all of which provide valuable experience in working with students and understanding educational settings.

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Grade Level Instructional Assistant

  • Newbury, MA (10 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Newbury, MA (10 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • moments ago

Newbury Elementary is seeing an Instructional Assistant to work in the primary grades to provide inclusion support for students on IEPs. Knowledge of PBIS (Positive, Interventions and Supports),...

Assistant Teacher, Special Education (2025 - 2026 School Year)

  • Boston, MA (22 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (22 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Assistant Teacher, Special Education (2025 - 2026 School Year) Job Title: Assistant Teacher, Special Education (2025 - 2026 School Year) Location: Onsite - Boston Position Type: Full Time,...

Educational Support Professional (Teaching Assistant/Paraprofessional) - Grade 7

  • Westford, MA (21 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Westford, MA (21 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

Student Support Services Educational Support Professional (ESP)Under the direction of the classroom teacher and in collaboration with Student Support Services Liaisons, the ESP is responsible for...

25-26 Intermittent Substitute Teachers, K-12

  • Somerville, MA (20 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerville, MA (20 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Goal: Substitute Teachers will need to execute lesson plans left by the absent teacher, create and maintain a respectful and fair classroom culture that fosters safe and productive learning remotely...

Special Education Instructional Assistant

  • Marblehead, MA (14 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marblehead, MA (14 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 2 days ago

PRIMARY AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Follow directions and meet the expectations of the supervising teacher/specialist/administrator Be familiar with student IEPs and able to implement...

Instructional Assistant

  • Topsfield, MA (5 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Topsfield, MA (5 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 2 days ago

This includes all content areas: ELA/Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies....

Sixth Grade Long Term Substitute Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Marblehead, MA (14 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Marblehead, MA (14 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Lesson planning, district and state wide assessments will be administered. Comfortability with Instructional Technologies preferred....

Second Grade and Kindergarten Permanent Substitute Teacher (Full 25/26 School Year)

  • Andover, MA (7 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Andover, MA (7 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 10 days ago

-Instructs assigned students employing varied instructional strategies; using technology where appropriate. Works cooperatively with colleagues, parents and administrators. Plans instruction with...

25-26 Afterschool Program - PT Assistant Teacher (Brown)

  • Somerville, MA (20 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (20 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 13 days ago

plans two weeks in advance to Administration Other duties as assigned Staff Supervision: Orient substitutes and new staff as necessary Attend weekly team meetings Communicate regularly with Administration...

Belmonte Upper Elementary Long Term Substitute Teacher Grade 3

  • Saugus, MA (14 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Saugus, MA (14 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 14 days ago

instruction -Adherence to student IEPs -Attending school wide events (Open House/Parent Conferences) Position Type:Full-time...

Anticipated Kindergarten Long Term Substitute Teacher

  • Boxford, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Boxford, MA
  • 14 days ago

Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures....

Teaching Assistant

  • North Andover, MA (3 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • North Andover, MA (3 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 15 days ago

JOB TITLE: Teaching Assistant (Inclusion) LOCATION: Franklin Elementary REPORTS TO: Is under the immediate direction of the Special Education Teacher/liaison and/or classroom teacher. Is under the...

25-26 Long Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 3 (8/25/25 - 12/23/25)

  • Somerville, MA (20 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (20 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 16 days ago

25-26 Long Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 3 (8/25/25 - 12/23/25) Somerville Public Schools WINTER HILL COMM....

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 3

  • Haverhill, MA (8 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA (8 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Must possess the ability to adapt to a variety of lesson plans when covering various subjects or grades....

Elementary Long Term Substitute Teacher

  • Boston, MA (22 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Boston, MA (22 miles from Boxford, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Elementary Long Term Substitute Teacher Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston Saint Theresa of Avila School - West Roxbury, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5203821 Application Deadline:Posted until...

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Salary for Substitute Teacher Jobs in Boxford, MA

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Highest Education Level

Substitute Teachers in Boxford, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
41.5%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Doctorate Degree
12.2%
High School or GED
6.0%
Associate's Degree
3.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.6%


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