Substitute Paraprofessional, Health Tech, Secretary: 2026 - 2027

About the role

The Substitute Paraprofessional, Health Tech, Secretary (2026 - 2027 School Year) position at Norfolk Public Schools assists teachers in providing education and instruction to students.

Responsibilities

• Respects personal privacy and maintains confidentiality regarding students and staff
• Adheres to school and classroom procedures
• Performs clerical duties such as attendance reports, typing, filing, and handling routine interruptions
• Performs supervisory duties such as lunchroom, playground, halls and classroom
• Prepares instructional materials, bulletin boards, educational games/aids, graphs and charts
• Assembles materials as assigned
• Checks papers, workbooks, homework and tests
• Helps in the care and cleanliness of the room
• Reads to students; listens to students read
• Helps students with make-up work
• Aids in individual or group activities, games, flash cards, drills, etc.
• Alerts teacher to needs of students
• Aids in checking progress of individualized study projects
• Aids with field trips
• Aids when emergencies arise
• Aids special education students as instructed with personal needs, daily living skills, therapy, etc., as required by the position
• Performs other delegated non-instructional responsibilities as assigned by the teacher or administration

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Some college and/or experience working with students preferred

Qualifications

Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

Skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Skills in human relations and leadership
• Auditory and visual skills

Benefits

Substitutes are not considered employees of the Norfolk Public Schools so their service to our district is on an as-needed basis.

Pay

Before you are placed on the sub list you will need to complete payroll forms in person. You will receive a photo ID when all paperwork is complete.

Schedule

The terms of employment for this position are on an as-needed basis.