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Job Description
26-27 School Building Substitute
Somerville Public Schools
MICHAEL E. CAPUANO ECC
- Somerville, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Somerville Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5760562
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Jun 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 27, 2026
Job Description
Position Summary
A building substitute teacher is a consistent, school-based professional who reports to the same building daily to cover for absent teachers, maintain classroom management, and ensure student safety. Key duties include implementing lesson plans, fostering a positive learning environment, supporting various grade levels, and performing additional duties like covering lunch, prep periods, or supporting staff.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
The essential functions or responsibilities listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position
Foster a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policies;
Ensure the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students;
Maintain classroom control and take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
Report to office upon arrival and departure at school;
Review lesson plans, materials, and/or instructions left by absent teacher;
Report student injuries, accidents, illnesses, or discipline problems to the school principal immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible;
Implement lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate;
Organize students for effective instruction;
Dismiss all students from the classroom before leaving the building;
Comply with and support school and division regulations and policies;
Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
Model non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
Performs other duties consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position as assigned.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills
Candidate must be at least 18 years of age
Education:
Generally requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Experience:
Prior experience working with school-aged children is typically required.
Skills:
Excellent communication, classroom management, and organizational skills.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions.
Mobility:
Frequent walking, standing, and navigating stairs.
Lifting/Strength:
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects ranging from 10 to 30 lbs (e.g., books, supplies, equipment).
Physical Dexterity:
Bending, crouching, kneeling, stooping, and reaching to assist students.
Stationary Tasks:
Remaining in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for long periods. Reporting Relationships
Position Reports to: The School Building Principal Terms of Employment
Employment Status:
Full Time
Work Year:
183 days, Monday-Friday (school year calendar)
Work Hours:
7:45am-2:45pm
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Benefits:
Eligible and in accordance with the SPS Non-Union Benefits Package Pre-Employment Requirements
MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance
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The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
