Guild - Daily Substitute Opportunities (SY26-27)

Young World Physical Education; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools is seeking substitutes to join the Guild Substitute Pool for daily opportunities in Boston, MA. Substitutes cover day-to-day assignments as determined by schools or central offices, reporting to the principal, and performing clerical duties to support school operations.

The pool notes that openings are for vacancies not anticipated to exceed thirty consecutive days. Starting date is immediate, with qualification requirements including a high school diploma and basic

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Basic computer skills including word processing, email.
• Successfully completed appropriate course work.
• Good Communication Skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs general clerical work under supervision.
• Maintains confidentiality of records and information.
• Answers telephone and directs calls professionally.
• Greet visitors and maintain organized files.
• Coordinate with Payroll Liaison to ensure time is completed.
• Respond to inquiries from parents, teachers, pupils and staff.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Good communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Job description

Guild - Daily Substitute Opportunities (SY26-27)

Guild - Daily Substitute Opportunities (SY26-27)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5871449
Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Note: This is a Guild Substitute Pool posting, which will be used to review resumes from prospective candidates who might be interested in working as a Guild Substitute in vacancies that are not anticipated to exceed thirty (30) consecutive workdays. Guild Substitutes will be hired to cover day-to-day assignments, as will be determined by the Schools or Central Office Departments.

Reports to: Principal/Headmaster

General Description: Under the general supervision, serves as secretary to the principal or headmaster of a school; performs complex clerical work requiring exercise of independent judgment. Uses appropriate current technology to carry out duties.

Responsibilities: 1. Performs general correspondence. 2. Maintains confidentiality of records, communications and information as appropriate. 3. Sorts and distributes mail. 4. Registers or assists in the registration and discharge of students. 5. Answers telephone and general inquiries in a professional manner, and redirects calls where appropriate. 6. May operate office machines. 7. Greets and assists visitors in a professional manner. 8. Maintains files.

9. Coordinates with Payroll Liaison in order to ensure the time is completed

10. Responds to inquiries from parents, teachers, pupils and other staff.

11. Performs related duties of a similar nature, as requested by supervisor, which are commensurate with job duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications Required: 1. High School diploma or equivalency 2. Basic computer skills including word processing, email 3. Successfully completed appropriate course work 4. Good Communication Skills

Terms: Compensation shall be paid at Step 1 of the Grade of the position for which the substitute is covering. If a Guild Substitute applies for and is hired into a regular part-time or full-time position, they will receive one month of seniority for each consecutive qualifying school year immediately preceding their appointment in a regular part-time or full-time position. A qualifying school year is any school year in which the Guild Substitute worked 15 or more days.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at [e-mail] .

Position Type: Central Office
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Receptionist

Support Staff > Secretary

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Michelle O'Neil Turner , Director of Staffing and Recruitment
• District Wide
• Email: [e-mail]

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