Building Substitute

Building Substitute (Classroom Support & Intervention Specialist)

School Overview

St. Louis Voices Academy of Media Arts is an innovative public charter school serving students and families in St. Louis City. The school will grow to serve grades K–5, grounded in a mission to leverage media arts and storytelling to equip students with the agency to excel academically and shape their futures.

We emphasize:

• Whole-child development


• Academic excellence


• Social-emotional learning


• Student voice and real-world inquiry

Position Overview

The Building Substitute (Classroom Support & Intervention Specialist) is a full-time, on-site role that provides consistent, high-quality support across classrooms.

This role blends the responsibilities of a:

• Building Substitute


• Academic Interventionist


• Behavior Interventionist


• Special Education Paraprofessional

This is not a traditional substitute role. This is a stable, full-time position designed for individuals who want to build relationships with students, support learning across classrooms, and play a critical role in both academic and behavioral success.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Coverage & Instructional Support

• Serve as a building substitute, providing coverage across classrooms as needed


• Maintain continuity of instruction during teacher absences


• Support lesson implementation and student engagement


• Assist with small-group and individual instruction

Academic Intervention

• Provide targeted support to students needing additional academic assistance


• Reinforce learning of key concepts and skills


• Support differentiated instruction and independent work


• Monitor and communicate student progress to teachers and leadership

Behavior Intervention

• Support students in developing positive behavior habits and self-regulation skills


• Assist students in reflecting on behavior and making improved choices


• De-escalate situations and maintain a safe learning environment


• Collaborate with staff on behavior plans and interventions

Special Education Support

• Support students with IEPs and 504 plans in both academic and behavioral settings


• Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with specialized needs


• Assist in modifying or adapting instruction as directed


• Support students with social, emotional, and functional skill development

Student Supervision & School Operations

• Supervise students during:
  
  
  
  • Transitions
  
  
  • Lunch and recess
  
  
  • Specials and enrichment
  
  
  
  


• Assist with classroom setup, materials, and logistics


• Support a safe, structured, and positive school environment

Qualifications

• Current Missouri Substitute Certification Certificate


• Ability to supervise and support students effectively


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Flexibility and ability to work across multiple classrooms

Preferred

• Minimum 60 college credit hours


• Experience in education, youth development, or behavior support


• Experience working with students with diverse learning needs

Skills & Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills


• Ability to build positive relationships with students


• Problem-solving and de-escalation skills


• Flexibility in a fast-paced, dynamic environment


• Commitment to educational equity and student success

Why Join St. Louis Voices Academy?

• Consistent schedule (not day-to-day substitute work)


• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across classrooms


• Professional development and growth opportunities in education


• Collaborative, mission-driven school environment

This role is ideal for individuals who:

• Want to grow into teaching or leadership roles


• Enjoy working with students across multiple settings


• Thrive in dynamic, team-based environments