Substitute Teacher​/Paraprofessional; On-Call

Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional (On-Call)

We invite you to explore a career with Natick Public Schools as a Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional (On-Call). The Natick Public Schools educate approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose outstanding staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families from Natick and Boston. Natick Public Schools is a community dedicated to all students achieving high standards in a safe, trusting, respectful environment where learning is exciting, dynamic, and engaging.

We are home to families that speak almost 60 different languages and our student population is approximately 27% Students of Color and 73% White students. With a graduation rate of 97% and 82% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world.

We enthusiastically welcome educators to our district who seek and thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the whole child in a strengths-based approach. Please partner with us in our mission to support the diversity of our school community, promote and deliver equitable practices for all of our staff, students, and families, and create meaningful connections that enable everyone to feel included and thrive.

Job Title
- Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional (On-Call) - Location
- District wide

Reports To
- Principal
- Work days/FTE
- Flexible

Salary/Benefits
- Salary and benefits per the Non-Rep salary schedule as established by the Natick School Committee
- Benefits Eligible? - No

JOB GOAL:
Profile of a Natick Educator

Building Substitutes report to their assigned school and cover teacher and para absences and other supervisory duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

BA/BS degree to be a Teacher Sub preferred;
Para subs do not require a degree

Professional Certification: not required

Specialized Knowledge Prefferred:

• Child development
• Understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with children in a structured environment
• Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and Power School preferred, but will train the right candidate

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the position and adapt to a variety of classroom assignments and school settings.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and collaborative communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, families, colleagues, administrators, and the school community.
• Commitment to supporting student learning, safety, and well-being through effective classroom supervision and engagement.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in accordance with applicable laws and district policies.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility, reliability, and professionalism in responding to changing school and student needs.
• Ability to effectively manage classroom routines and student behavior using positive, developmentally appropriate practices.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills, particularly in Spanish or Portuguese, are highly desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness preferred.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

• Phone, personal computer and software applications as outlined above, scanner, copy machine, calculator, camera, printers and fax machine.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (not limited to)

• Implement instructional plans, classroom activities, and assignments as directed by the absent teacher. When lesson plans are unavailable or clarification is needed, consult with the building principal or designated administrator for guidance.
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, inclusive, and orderly learning environment that promotes student engagement and supports district and school expectations for behavior.
• Follow all school, district, and classroom procedures, policies, and protocols, including emergency procedures and student supervision requirements.
• Supervise students at all times, including during classroom instruction, transitions, lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other assigned duties, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management using positive behavior support strategies and consistent implementation of established school expectations.
• Accurately take attendance and maintain required records related to student attendance, health, safety, accidents, incidents, or disciplinary concerns in accordance with district procedures.
• Communicate professionally, respectfully, and collaboratively with students, families, school staff, administrators, and other…