Building-Based Substitute Teacher (3179)

Natick Public Schools•Natick, MA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Natick Public Schools seek a Building-Based Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional. This role involves reporting to the assigned school daily to cover teacher and para absences and perform other supervisory duties as needed. Natick Public Schools is an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district serving approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. The district is committed to providing high-quality services for a diverse student population, fostering a safe, trusting, and respectful learning environment, and cultivating a sense of connectedness and belonging. The district serves families speaking nearly 60 languages, with a student population that is approximately 29% Students of Color and 71% White students. With a 97% graduation rate and 90% of students attending post-secondary schools, Natick Public Schools is dedicated to educating students to be informed and successful global citizens. The district welcomes educators who thrive in a diverse environment focused on the whole child through a strengths-based approach. The mission includes supporting diversity, promoting equitable practices for all, and creating meaningful connections for inclusion and thriving.

Requirements

BA/BS degree preferred
Professional Certification: not required
Child development knowledge
Understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice
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
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.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable

Responsibilities

Report to their school each day and cover teacher and para absences.
Perform other supervisory duties as needed.
Implement lesson plans and instructions as directed by the absent teacher, or consult with the principal if a lesson plan is not 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.