Building-Based Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional (3291)

Natick Public Schools•Natick, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Natick Public Schools seek a Building-Based Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional to start on August 24, 2026. Natick Public Schools serves approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22, offering high-quality services to a diverse student population. The district is committed to excellence, with a 97% graduation rate and 82% of students attending post-secondary schools. They welcome educators who thrive in a diverse environment focused on the whole child and a strengths-based approach. The district emphasizes supporting diversity, promoting equitable practices, and creating inclusive connections for all staff, students, and families.

Requirements

BA/BS degree
Understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice
Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues
Candidates must be flexible and collaborative
Candidates must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth
Candidates must be organized and able to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and in conformity with state certification requirements.
Formal application
Rating of education and experience
Oral interviews
Reference check
Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles required
Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.
Per Natick School Committee policy, all employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they qualify for an exemption accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with children in a structured environment
Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool preferred, but will train the right candidate
Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable

Responsibilities

Report to their assigned school each day.
Cover teacher and paraprofessional absences.
Perform other supervisory duties as needed.
Implement lesson plans and instructions as directed by the absent teacher, or consult with the principal if no lesson plan is provided.
Maintain a clean, respectful, and orderly classroom, and follow classroom and school procedures as directed by the school.
Leave notes or complete a report for the regular teacher at the end of the teaching day.
Communicate in a collegial and positive manner towards parents, students, and administrators.
Keep records on attendance, accidents, and incidents.
Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Ensure the safety of students at all times.
Supervise students inside and outside of the classroom.
Perform any other relative duties as assigned.