Riverbend School·Natick, Massachusetts
Implement lesson plans and provide academic and social support to students during the regular teacher's absence. Maintain a safe learning environment and manage classroom routines and student behavior.
Postion: Substitute Teacher(s)
1) 18 months - 6 yrs old 2) 1st grade - 8th grade
$18/hr - $30/hr
Scope of Work: Implement lesson plans during a regular teacher’s absence
Experience working with children; classroom teaching experience a plus Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Must be comfortable working in a culturally diverse environment and committed to embracing differences and valuing multiple perspectives
Frequently moving about the campus to follow the school schedule, including ascending/descending stairs and transitioning between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Student
Interaction: The ability to position oneself at a child’s level (e.g., kneeling, sitting, or crouching) and assist students with daily tasks like zipping jackets, tying shoes, or managing materials.
Effectively monitoring students during recess and outdoor activities in various weather conditions.
Physical
Assistance: Occasionally moving or lifting classroom materials or equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
Sensory &
Focus: Maintaining focus and safety in a moderately noisy environment with frequent interruptions; specific vision capabilities are required to ensure student safety and accurate record-keeping.
Riverbend School is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, provided such accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the school’s operations.
Riverbend School is committed to becoming an anti-bias and anti-racist community. All candidates must be committed to furthering this work by embracing differences; exploring and affirming the identities and intersections of all which include race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomics, social class, family structures, learning differences, and differences in ability. Candidates must be comfortable working in a culturally diverse environment. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQIA+ educators, or educators from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools.
Riverbend School is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. Riverbend strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, veteran status, or any other class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Market context
Massachusetts substitute teacher roles often see steady demand as districts look to cover daily absences and maintain classroom continuity. Competition can be strong because schools may prioritize candidates with classroom experience, flexibility, and familiarity with local procedures; on this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping candidates save research time. If you are considering applying, confirm the assignment type, grade levels, and any district-specific onboarding steps before submitting.
