Evergreen - Substitute Teacher

Archdiocese of St. Louis; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working times

On-site work

Professional development

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Substitute Teacher to support Assumption School in fulfilling its mission of evangelizing and educating students within a Catholic learning environment.

You will maintain a positive, safe, and productive classroom in the absence of the regular teacher, implementing lesson plans and managing student behavior. You will work with staff to uphold Catholic values and academic excellence, supervise students, and use classroom technology as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 college credit hours or equivalent required.
• Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate preferred but not required.
• Successful completion of Archdiocese safety screenings prior to employment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with families.

Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans and activities as provided by the regular teacher.
• Maintain a safe, orderly classroom aligned with Catholic values.
• Supervise students throughout the school day including recess and lunch.
• Utilize classroom technology to support student learning.
• Communicate professionally with school staff, students, and families.
• Maintain attendance records and document significant events.
• Safeguard confidentiality of students and school information.
• Follow school policies and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or administration.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

20 college credits

Substitute Teaching Certificate (MO) preferred

Background check & safety screenings

Tools

Interactive whiteboards

Instructional software

Classroom technology

Job description

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The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Principal, the Substitute Teacher supports Assumption School and the Archdiocese of St. Louis in fulfilling its mission of evangelizing and educating students within a Catholic learning environment. The Substitute Teacher is responsible for maintaining a positive, safe, and productive classroom in the absence of the regular teacher by implementing lesson plans, managing student behavior, and fostering an atmosphere that reflects Catholic values and academic excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans and classroom activities as provided by the regular classroom teacher.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful classroom environment that promotes student learning and reflects the mission and values of Catholic education.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including during classroom instruction, recess, lunch, dismissal, and other assigned duties.
• Utilize classroom technology, including interactive smart boards and other instructional tools, to support student learning.
• Effectively manage classroom behavior using appropriate classroom management techniques.
• Communicate professionally with school administration, faculty, staff, students, and parents as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and document any significant classroom events or concerns for the regular teacher.
• Safeguard the confidentiality of student, family, and school information.
• Follow all school policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or school administration

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 20 college credit hours or equivalent required.
• Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate preferred but not required.
• Successful completion of the Archdiocese of St. Louis Prevent and Protect Program prior to employment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and families.
• Self-motivated, dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced school environment.
• Working knowledge of classroom technology, including interactive smart boards and instructional software.
• Ability to respond to substitute assignments by phone, text, or email as early as 5:00 a.m.
• Availability to work the standard school day, generally from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., on an as-needed basis.
• Ability to perform supervision duties, including recess, lunch, arrival, dismissal, and other assigned responsibilities.
• Professional demeanor with appropriate dress and appearance.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding students, families, and school operations.
• Successful completion of required criminal history, background, and child safety screenings.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives.

• flexible working times
• remote working options
• generous paid vacation increasing with service
• personal leaves of absence

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.