Instructional Support Staff-Brown Middle School

Instructional Support Staff
- Brown Middle School

Newton Public Schools Brown Middle School
- Newton, Massachusetts

This job is also posted in Newton Public Schools (MA)

Job : 5688386

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 2, 2026

Department: School-Based

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Non-Exempt

Reports To: School Principal

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Summary: Provides classroom support in a learning environment. Participate in the life of the classroom and the school community as a substitute for the classroom teacher.

• High School Diploma required (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Experience in a similar setting beneficial

• Maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of the students.
• Implement effective lessons in the absence of the regular Instructor.
• Ensure that district policies are observed during all activities.
• May provide lunch coverage.
• Create a safe classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Keep all children in the classroom under supervision at all times.
• Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, and safety procedures.
• Review notes for the day, take attendance and follow the lesson plans of the teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality as defined by FERPA.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to circumstances.
• Exhibit good judgment and use appropriate language or behavior while on assignment.
• Report for duty 30 minutes early and remain on duty for the entire assignment, including planning time of the teacher.
• May provide clerical and office support when not with students.
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students.

• Abide by state statutes, school committee policies and regulations.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Leave detailed notes for teacher on any issues experienced during the day.
• Responsible for implementing other job related duties as needed.

Work Environment: Work is performed in both office and school environments

Physical Requirements: Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment; ability to sit or stand for extended periods; sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building; regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

Position Type:
Full-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Kimberly Lysaght, Principal
• Brown Middle School
• Email: lysaghtk.ma.us