High School Instructional Support Specialist - Sub Coverage

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools at Newton North High School in Newton, MA seeks an Instructional Support Staff member to provide flexible classroom and student support across grade levels, supervising students in a large group setting and contributing to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred), strong communication and confidentiality, and the ability to follow lesson plans and school procedures daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to work effectively with children and adolescents
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Provide substitute classroom coverage for teachers, instructional assistants, and other staff as assigned
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
• Assist students with academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional needs
• Create a safe and supervised classroom environment that is conducive to learning
• Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, and safety procedures
• Assist with lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other student supervision responsibilities as assigned
• Review notes for the day, take attendance and follow the lesson plans of the teacher
• Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in accepting changing assignments
• Maintain confidentiality as defined by FERPA

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Newton Public Schools at Newton North High School in Newton, MA seeks an Instructional Support Staff member to provide flexible classroom and student support across grade levels, supervising students in a large group setting and contributing to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred), strong communication and confidentiality, and the ability to follow lesson plans and school procedures daily.