The Rivers School·Weston, Massachusetts
Substitute teachers are responsible for delivering instruction based on provided lesson plans and maintaining classroom continuity. They also assist with supervision and perform additional duties as assigned by the regular classroom teacher.
The Rivers School — a 6-12 co-ed independent day school in Weston, MA, just outside Boston — seeks professionals who are looking to join a dynamic, innovative, and welcoming school community.
The Rivers School seeks substitute teachers for our Middle and Upper Schools. We are interested in both short and long-term substitute teachers who have had experience in the classroom and understand how to manage a classroom and teach from lesson plans in order to provide continuity of instruction for the students. Substitute teachers play an important role as the expectation is oftentimes active and engaged teaching in a setting where students will continue to learn in the absence of their teacher. Compensation is based on the length of the subbing assignment. Essential Responsibilities for Short-Term Substitute Teachers Teach classes following lesson plan Assist and supervise classrooms as needed Perform duties as assigned by the relevant teacher
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Enthusiasm and communication skills to engage students and build meaningful relationships
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and possess strong communication skills. Previous classroom experience and the ability to manage students effectively are required.
Market context
Massachusetts substitute teacher roles often see steady demand as districts look to cover daily absences and maintain classroom continuity. Competition can be strong because schools may prioritize candidates with classroom experience, flexibility, and familiarity with local procedures; on this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping candidates save research time. If you are considering applying, confirm the assignment type, grade levels, and any district-specific onboarding steps before submitting.