Building Aide (Long Term Substitute)

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools — Bowen Elementary School in Newton, MA — is seeking a Building Aide (Long Term Substitute) to provide instructional coverage and building-wide support for 12 weeks. The role reports to the High School Principal/Vice Principal and starts immediately.

The position requires an Associate’s degree or 60 college credits, with ParaPro or equivalent acceptable. Strong communication and technical skills are essential to support staff, students and families.

Qualifications

• Requires strong written language, technology, and interpersonal communication to support collaboration among team members, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional coverage for a classroom, small group, or individual student.
• Assist the classroom teacher in all aspects of the school day.
• Support instruction by working with students individually and in small groups.
• Prepare instructional materials.
• Assist in classroom setup and cleanup.
• Maintain consistent and on-time attendance for supervision and instruction.
• Manage individual and classroom behavior.
• Supervise students with self-care needs.
• Assist in the main office (monitoring doors, answering phones, attendance, etc.).
• Provide substitute educator services when needed.

Skills

Written language

Technology skill

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate degree / 60 credits

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Building Aide (Long Term Substitute)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5948598

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department: Secondary Education

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Non-Excempt, Non-Aligned

Reports To: High School Principal/Vice Principal

SUMMARY

The building aide is responsible for a range of duties that provide support throughout the building.

This is a long term substitute role for 12 weeks.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree or minimum of 60 college credit hours (classes in education, special education, psychology or a related field preferred).


• Successful completion of ParaPro Assessment may be substituted for educational requirements.


• Written language, technology skill and interpersonal communication skill to support communication among team members, with community contacts, school staff and parents is required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in education, special education, psychology or related field)


• Experience working with children in a daycare setting or children/young adults in a school setting or recreation setting

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide instructional coverage, for a classroom, small group or individual student


• Assist the classroom teacher in all aspects of the school day


• Support instruction by working with students individually and in small groups


• Prepare instructional materials


• Assist in classroom set up and clean up


• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students


• Manage individual and classroom behavior


• Supervise students with self-care skills as needed


• Assist in the main office (Monitoring the doors, answering the phone, mail, arrival/dismissal routines, assisting with attendance, etc.)


• Provides coverage in the absence of secretary


• Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed


• Consistent and on-time attendance is required


• May be expected to provide substitute educator services


• May be expected to attend trainings related to position


• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students


• Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed

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 of time


• Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building


• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

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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.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $27.71 Substitute

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Gabrielle Mulrean


• Email: [e-mail]

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