Substitute - Building Substitute (1 Opening)

Bellingham Memorial School 4/5; Bellingham (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellingham Public Schools is seeking a Building Substitute at Bellingham Memorial School 4/5 for the 2026-2027 year. The substitute will cover classes as needed and implement lesson plans from regular teachers.

Position requires discretion, reliability, and the ability to manage student behavior. Starting date is immediate; the role is a one-year assignment with daily responsibilities at the school site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred.
• Massachusetts DESE teacher license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct classes when the regular teacher is absent.
• Maintain attendance records and student files as needed.
• Carry out substitute lesson plans and adapt as required by the day’s needs.
• Review homework and classwork and provide feedback to students.
• Maintain classroom management and positive student behavior.
• Assist with general clerical tasks to support the teacher and class.
• Follow school policies and regular classroom routines.

Skills

Professional integrity

Patience and tact

Follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or higher (preferred)

Massachusetts DESE license (preferred)

Job description

Substitute - Building Substitute (1 Opening)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5927150

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

BELLINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

BELLINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS

TITLE: Building Substitute - One (1) Year Only

LOCATION: BELLINGHAMMEMORIALSCHOOL

POSITION SUMMARY:

The building substitute position will be a one year only position for the 2026-2027 school year. The building substitute will be directed to the open positions where coverage is needed as they arrive at the building each day.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Substitute teachers assume the responsibility for instructing classes when a teacher is absent.
• Maintain appropriate records including attendance.
• Fulfill necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent.
• Implement substitute lesson plans for absent teachers based on the lesson plans outlined by the full-time teacher or at times may be required to create lesson plans that meet the learning objective of the class.
• Review homework and classwork and be able to correct student errors and/or provide feedback.
• Maintain proper classroom management.
• Provide guidance to students where applicable.
• Follow all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.
• Oversee pupil behavior in class and surrounding areas and maintain normal classroom routines and discipline within the classroom.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with students, staff, and parents.
• Adheres to the adopted policies of the Bellingham School Committee.
• Foster a positive relationship with students and staff.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal.

SKILLS/ABILITY:

• Must be a person of professional and personal integrity.
• A high degree of patience and tact in dealing with the general public, parents, teachers, administrators, prospective teachers and other personnel.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES and/or DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, preferred.
• Massachusetts DESE teacher license, preferred.

SALARY: $110/day

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

You are required to be physically capable of escorting students from the building in case of a practice drill or emergency situation in a safe and timely fashion.

Must be able to move about the classroom and have the ability to bend, sit or stand frequently.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal/Assistant Principal

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Students

OUR MISSION:

The Bellingham Public School District’s enrollment is approximately 1,930 students and an organizational staff of 400 employees. The district is split into the following building grade levels:

DiPietro Elementary (Preschool – Grade 3), Stall Brook Elementary (Preschool – Grade 3) Bellingham Memorial School (grades 4-7) and Bellingham High School (grades 8-12), and Keough Memorial Academy (grades 7-12) is our therapeutic day school for students with special needs.

Our core mission is to foster an environment in which students and staff have opportunities to reach their full potential.The Bellingham School District is committed to providing a challenging and academically motivating education where all students, staff and families accept responsibility for education within their schools.

The School Committee and the Administrative Team support the District Improvement Plan and Strategic Plan. Our goal is to always reach for our vision: The Bellingham Public Schools, in collaboration with students, their families, and the community, will provide a safe learning environment, where the unique strengths of every learner are enhanced and celebrated. We will work together to build a shared sense of pride in the Bellingham Public Schools by amplifying academic excellence, increasing communication, cultivating a positive climate, improving social and emotional well-being, and enhancing technology use and implementation.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: upto $110 Per Day

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Substitute > Substitute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Surrette
• 4 Mechanic Street
• Bellingham, Massachusetts 02019
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]