Kindergarten Long-Term Substitute – Faith-Filled Teaching

Diocese of San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Therese Academy Preschool seeks a passionate, organized long-term substitute to lead our kindergarten class during the maternity leave.

The teacher will provide engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction while fostering foundational academic skills, independence, social-emotional development, and spiritual growth. In collaboration with the classroom teacher, instructional aide, and administration, the substitute will maintain a warm, structured classroom and ensure continuity of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential preferred.
• Elementary classroom teaching experience, preferably in kindergarten or early childhood education.
• Understanding of early childhood development, foundational literacy, numeracy, and effective classroom management.
• Ability to use age-appropriate instructional technology and maintain accurate student records.
• Commitment to St. Therese Academy’s mission of fostering a faith-filled Catholic Christian community and academic excellence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction across kindergarten subjects, aligned with curricula, Common Core and California State Standards, and Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards.
• Use hands-on activities, learning centers, and small-group instruction to support engagement and growth.
• Differentiate instruction to meet developmental levels and learning needs.
• Maintain routines and positive classroom management grounded in Restorative Practices, kindness, respect, and responsibility.
• Foster social-emotional skills, cooperation, independence, and problem-solving.
• Integrate Catholic faith, prayer, and Gospel values into daily classroom life.
• Assess and document academic and social growth; prepare progress reports and report cards.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and expectations.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher, instructional aide, colleagues, and administration for a smooth transition.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Restorative Practices

Catholic faith integration

Parent communication

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

Job description

St. Therese Academy Preschool seeks a passionate, organized long-term substitute to lead our kindergarten class during the maternity leave.

The teacher will provide engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction while fostering foundational academic skills, independence, social-emotional development, and spiritual growth. In collaboration with the classroom teacher, instructional aide, and administration, the substitute will maintain a warm, structured classroom and ensure continuity of