Long Term Classroom Teacher

The Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public Schools (WCA) seek a dynamic Long-term Substitute teacher to join our caring staff for the remainder of the 25/26 school year

WCA enthusiastically welcomes professionals to our district who thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the importance of relationships with our students, staff, families, and community.

Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School seeks an educator to serve as its founding Special Education Teacher, who brings a deep commitment to the school’s mission and who possesses experience working in diverse schools with English Language Learners and students with disabilities. The Special Education Teacher will provide small-group instruction for a cohort of students with IEPs. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with teachers, families, and students at an innovative charter public school in the city of Worcester. We welcome candidates who reflect the cultural diversity of the Worcester community.

Ideal Candidate:

✔ Certified (or MTEL eligible) for Grades 1–6

✔ SEI Endorsed

✔ Experienced with diverse learners, including ELLs and students with IEPs

✔ Passionate about collaboration, inclusion, and reflective practice

Why Join Us?

* Rigorous, real-world curriculum

* Diverse and supportive school community

*Opportunities for leadership and professional growth

* Strong emphasis on student voice, family partnerships, and restorative practices

Responsibilities

- Design and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons that promote critical thinking, ownership, discovery, and joy.

- Set high expectations for all students and differentiate instruction using culturally responsive practices.

- Teach targeted intervention lessons to support students’ academic growth.

- Communicate regularly and proactively with families to support student success.

- Actively support WCA’s mission as an anti-racist, inclusive school, and demonstrate a "whatever it takes" attitude for student achievement.

- Collaborate with colleagues, use data to inform instruction, and participate in school-wide planning and professional development.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree (required); Master’s degree preferred.

- Massachusetts Elementary Education Certification (Grades 1–6) or subject matter MTEL passed.

- SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) Endorsement (required).

- Commitment to team-based, mission-driven school culture.

- Strong problem-solving skills, persistence, and initiative in the face of challenges.

- Ability to make decisions that prioritize student needs and the school community.

- Ability to pass DESE-mandated CORI and fingerprint background checks.

Compensation:

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience; $175-$225 per hour

Join Our Adult Crew:

At WCA, faculty and staff work collaboratively, support one another, and celebrate student and school successes through community events, orientation programs, celebrations of learning, and graduation. Staff actively engage in professional development throughout the year and contribute to building a dynamic school community focused on continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Worcester Cultural Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Learn more: www.WorcesterCulturalAcademy.org

Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $175.00 - $225.00 per day

Work Location: In person