Substitute Paraprofessional

Substitute Coordinator (Begins Early July 2026) Francis W. Parker School is a renowned JK‑12 independent day school. Founded in 1901 on progressive education principles, the School currently enrolls 940 students and employs 200 dedicated faculty and staff. We are seeking a Substitute Coordinator to hire substitute teachers, oversee new‑hire paperwork, and provide orientation to new substitutes. The Coordinator organizes all substitute coverage for planned and unplanned absences, supervises one daily Substitute on site each day, and manages room reservations for meetings and events. This is a 12‑month position. Job Summary Work extensively with Human Resources and Division Heads to ensure a complete Sub List and coordinate new hire procedures; supervise, train, and assign daily activities for the Daily Sub(s) and provide support and communication to the Daily Sub; coordinate the Sub List and ensure appropriate placement; act as the front‑line person for daily sub placement and communication, resolving problems when necessary; prepare, maintain, and submit bi‑monthly payroll reports; generate daily reports to Division Heads, Coordinators, Security, and others; coordinate lesson plans, long‑term absences, and appropriate placement; maintain absence forms and spreadsheets; communicate procedures to faculty; maintain the Blue Bulletin; schedule and reserve common areas; perform other duties as assigned. Essential Functions Work extensively with Human Resources and Division Heads to ensure a complete Sub List and coordinate new hire procedures Supervise, train, and assign the daily activities for the Daily Sub(s) and provide support and communication to the Daily Sub Coordinate the Sub List and ensure appropriate sub placement on a daily basis Act as the front‑line person for the Daily Sub and regular subs in regard to daily sub placement and communication and help resolve problems when necessary Prepare, maintain, and submit bi‑monthly sub payroll report to the Business Office and Human Resources Generate and send Daily Sub Reports to Division Heads, Division Coordinators, Security, and any other applicable parties Coordinate with Division Heads and Division Coordinators regarding lesson plans, long term absences, appropriate sub placement, etc. Maintain Planned and Unplanned Absence Form and Spreadsheet/Info Communicate proper sub request procedures to Faculty Maintain the Blue Bulletin Schedule and reserve common area spaces for meetings and other events Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Education or a closely related discipline Familiarity with the tenets of progressive education A knowledge and understanding of teaching at all levels Familiarity with the general curricula in JK‑12 schools Ability to interact well with students of all ages, as well as faculty, staff, administration, and parents Superior organizational and follow‑up skills Expert attention to detail Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills Reliable, responsible and extremely flexible Compensation Salary Range: $50,000‑$55,000 Francis W. Parker School provides an excellent employee benefits program, including health and dental insurance, term and supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, and a 403(b) retirement plan. Information on Parker’s comprehensive benefits package can be found here. To Apply Please submit a cover letter with a resume (no telephone inquiries please). Francis W. Parker School is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr