Substitute - Teacher​/Para

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union Windham Northeast Supervisory Union - Westminster Station, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union Windham Northeast Supervisory Union - Westminster Station, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job : 5945765

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediate

Position Title:

Substitute - Teacher/Para

Terms of Employment:
School Year

Position Classification:
Non-Union/Per-diem at will

FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt

• ● High school diploma or equivalent is required
• ● College coursework or relevant training or experience in education, child development, or a related field preferred
• ● Ability to manage a classroom or support students in accordance with school expectations.
• ● Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain professionalism.
• ● Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, staff, and families.
• ● Ability to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.
• ● Ability to remain flexible and responsive to changing needs throughout the school day.
• ● Basic computer and technology skills sufficient to perform assigned duties.
• ● Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• ● Successful completion of required background checks and other employment requirements.
• ● Understanding of the importance of student confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Reports to:

Building Principal or designee

Supervises: n/a

Evaluation: n/a

The Substitute Teacher/Para educator provides temporary instructional and student support when regular classroom teachers or para educators are absent. The substitute is responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive, and productive learning environment while following the plans, routines, and expectations established by the classroom teacher and school. Assignments may include serving as a substitute teacher, para educator, or providing other student support as directed by the school.

• ● Follow lesson plans, schedules, classroom routines, and directions provided by the regular teacher or supervising staff member.
• ● Provide appropriate supervision and support to students throughout the assigned school day.
• ● Maintain a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment.
• ● Assist students with classroom activities, assignments, and learning tasks as appropriate.
• ● Support individual student needs and accommodations as directed by the classroom teacher or supervising staff.
• ● Provide instructional assistance and reinforcement of skills under the direction of licensed or certified staff.
• ● Monitor student behavior and follow established classroom and school behavior expectations.
• ● Maintain appropriate classroom management and seek assistance from school staff when needed.
• ● Assist with transitions, arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and other assigned supervisory duties.
• ● Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and school matters.
• ● Communicate relevant information, concerns, or incidents to the classroom teacher, building administrator, or designee.
• ● Complete appropriate documentation or notes regarding the day's activities and any significant student or classroom concerns.
• ● Follow all WNESU policies, procedures, safety practices, and applicable state and federal requirements.
• ● Participate in required training as directed by WNESU.
• ● Perform other related duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, sit and, reach, The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 15…