Long Term Substitute __ Building Substitute Paraprofessional

Arlington Public Schools•Arlington, MA

14h

About The Position

We are looking for a 0.6 FTE long term building substitute paraprofessional from March - June 2026 to support students. The person in this position would work three full days per week. The Building Substitute will support the general operation of the school by assisting where needed during the day. This includes covering for teachers who are absent from their classrooms for a portion of a day or the entire day to ensure proper supervision of students and that class assignments are conveyed per the wishes of the teacher.

Requirements

Associates Degree Required
Experience working with children
Ability to coordinate with and work as a member of a school building that includes Principal, Classroom Teachers, Special Educators, other building staff, related service personnel, clinicians and parents
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Responsibilities

Assists with classroom management in general and special education classrooms in the absence of the regular teacher
Accurately implements content, instructional and performance modifications as designed by the classroom teacher
Covers for teaching assistants as necessary to support students with special needs in accessing the curriculum.
May cover for art, music, and physical education teachers who are absent. At the middle and high schools, may also cover for technology, FACS, and world language teachers who are absent.
May accompany students on field trips.
Greets students upon arrival to school, assists with student dismissal.
May cover the front desk during secretary’s lunch or break.
Attends staff and building meetings and three Professional Development days (two before the beginning of the school year and one during the school year)
Performs other duties as delineated by Principal or other supervisor