ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Arlington, MA 02476JOB DESCRIPTIONPOSITION: BUILDING SUBSTITUTEJOB GOAL: The Building Substitute will support the general operation of the school by assisting where needed during the day. This includes leading classrooms for teachers who are absent for part of or the entire day. The guest teacher will ensure proper supervision of students and that lesson plans are conveyed per the teacher's wishes. QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates Degree Required; Bachelor's Degree Preferred
- Experience and love of working with children.
- Ability to coordinate and collaborate with colleagues which will include administrators, classroom teachers, special educators, related service personnel, clinicians and parents.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with classroom management in general and special education classrooms.
- Accurately implement content, instructional and performance modifications as designed by the classroom teacher.
- Cover for teaching assistants, as necessary, to support students with special needs in accessing the curriculum.
- May cover for art, music, and physical education teachers who are absent.
- May accompany students on field trips.
- Greet students upon arrival to school, assist with student dismissal.
- May cover the front desk during secretary's lunch or break.
- Attend staff and building meetings and three Professional Development days (two before the beginning of the school year and one during the school year).
- Perform other duties as delineated by the principal or assistant principal.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 183 Days REPORTS TO: Building Principal SALARY/BENEFITS: Per AEA Paraprofessional Contract. Eligible for benefits including health insurance, dental insurance and life insurance and Town of Arlington Retirement System. Sick Days and Personal Days.The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.