Long Term 4th Grade Substitute Teacher

Diocese of San Diego; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Pius X Catholic School in Chula Vista, CA, seeks a qualified educator for a full-time teaching position from November 2026 through approximately March 31, 2027.

Responsibilities include developing lesson plans aligned to CCSS and Diocese Religion Standards, maintaining positive classroom culture, differentiating instruction, and communicating with parents. The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree, teaching experience, and a willingness to uphold Catholic school philosophy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Successful experience in student teaching or classroom teaching.
• Single subject or multi subject credential preferred, but not required.
• Clear criminal background check required.
• Understanding of child development and ability to relate to students.
• Appreciation and understanding of Catholic school philosophy, goals, and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to the Common Core and California state standards and Diocese Religion Standards.
• Establish a positive classroom culture and maintain strong classroom management to maximize instructional time.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners’ needs.
• Regularly collect and analyze data to inform and adjust instruction.
• Skillfully use technology to accomplish learning goals and increase student engagement.
• Evaluate students’ academic and social growth and prepare progress reports/report cards.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians on student progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices and participate in professional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven instruction

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Credential (single/multi subject) preferred

Background check clearance

Job description

Description

School Name: St. Pius X Catholic School

Location: 37 E Emerson St. Chula Vista, CA 91911

Reports to: Principal

Employment Type: Full Time (November 2026 - approximately March 31, 2027)

FLSA Status: Non - Exempt
Pay Rate: $24/hr.

St. Pius X Catholic School is seeking a qualified, experienced and passionate educator who is deeply committed to developing Christ-centered, forward-thinking leaders to serve our future Church and our world. St. Pius X Catholic School is a parish school located in Chula Vista, California.

School Mission Statement

St. Pius X Catholic School is committed to each student’s success in learning in a student-focused, caring, academically rich, and safe environment that contributes to growth in mind, body, spirit, rooted in Catholic values.

Our mission is to inspire and support our students to develop to their fullest potential and share a meaningful bond with others in the school community who all work to “restore all things in Christ.”

Teaching Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to the Common Core and California State standards as well as the Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards
• Establish a positive classroom culture and maintain strong classroom management to maximize instructional time
• Differentiate classroom instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Regularly collect and analyze data to inform and adjust instruction
• Skillfully use technology to accomplish learning goals and increase student engagement
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, prepare progress reports and report cards (grades)
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on student progress
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school and share best practices
• Actively participate in ongoing professional development

Administrative/ Other Responsibilities

• Return voice-mail/e-mail messages in a timely manner
• Communicate regularly with parents
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
• Demonstrate a respectful demeanor with staff, students, and parents
• Observe utmost confidentiality regarding parent, student, staff information/conversations
• Supervise playground and other areas of duty as the role may require
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Religious Qualifications

• Active, practicing Roman Catholic (preferred)
• Basic Catechetical Certification (preferred)
• Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophy

Professional Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree
• Successful experience in student teaching or classroom teaching
• A single subject or multi subject credential preferred, but not required
• Positive references and recommendations
• A Clear criminal background check
• A basic understanding and acceptance of Catholic School philosophy, goals, and objectives
• Understanding of child development and skills necessary to relate to the students
• Appropriate control and discipline techniques, which will enhance the learning environment

Physical Requirements

To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the teacher must:

• Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating
• Sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc.
• Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
• Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
• Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
• Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be inside the classroom. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

St. Pius X Catholic School, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.