3rd Grade Substitute Teacher – Long-Term Teaching Role

Blades Elementary; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Blades Elementary in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Substitute Teacher for a long-term 3rd-grade assignment for the 2026-2027 school year. Approximate start mid-November with potential continued daily or long-term substitute work.

Position involves managing the classroom, delivering instruction from prepared plans, and maintaining confidentiality. Active DESE substitute certificate required; teacher certification preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Substitute Certificate issued by the Missouri DESE.
• Teacher Certification preferred but not required.
• District will consider students in final year of Teacher Education Program.
• Ability to instruct students using provided lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.
• Teaches from existing lesson plans while maintaining the schedule and encouraging engagement.
• Tailors lesson plans to address diverse learning needs.
• Fosters a learning environment aligned with student maturity and interests.
• Uses technology to enhance instruction.
• Maintains standards of student behavior to create an effective learning atmosphere.
• Provides individualized and small-group instruction.
• Keeps accurate records and communications with parents as needed.
• Participates in parent-teacher conferences and school functions for long-term assignments.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson adaptation

Technology use in class

Student engagement

Education

Missouri DESE Substitute Certificate

Teacher Certification (preferred)

Education program senior year considered

Job description

Blades Elementary in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Substitute Teacher for a long-term 3rd-grade assignment for the 2026-2027 school year. Approximate start mid-November with potential continued daily or long-term substitute work.

Position involves managing the classroom, delivering instruction from prepared plans, and maintaining confidentiality. Active DESE substitute certificate required; teacher certification preferred but not mandatory.