Substitute - Building Substitute

Substitute - Building Substitute (2 Positions Open)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Location: Bellingham Memorial School, 4/5, Bellingham, Massachusetts

The building substitute position will be a one‑year only position for the  school year. The building substitute will be directed to the open positions where coverage is needed as they arrive at the building each day.

• Substitute teachers assume the responsibility for instructing classes when a teacher is absent.
• Maintain appropriate records including attendance.
• Fulfill necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent.
• Implement substitute lesson plans for absent teachers based on the lesson plans outlined by the full‑time teacher or, at times, may be required to create lesson plans that meet the learning objective of the class.
• Review homework and classwork and be able to correct student errors and/or provide feedback.
• Provide guidance to students where applicable.
• Follow all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.
• Oversee pupil behavior in class and surrounding areas and maintain normal classroom routines and discipline within the classroom.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with students, staff, and parents.
• Adhere to the adopted policies of the Bellingham School Committee.
• Foster a positive relationship with students and staff.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal.

• Must be a person of professional and personal integrity.
• A high degree of patience and tact in dealing with the general public, parents, teachers, administrators, prospective teachers and other personnel.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, preferred.
• Massachusetts DESE teacher license, preferred.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

$110 per day (Daily rate)

Physically required to escort students from the building in case of a practice drill or emergency situation in a safe and timely fashion. Must be able to move about the classroom and has the ability to bend, sit or stand frequently.

Building Principal/Assistant Principal

Students