Long Term Sub

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Old Monroe (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide consistent instruction, supervision, and classroom management during an extended absence of the regular teacher.

The role supports Catholic identity by modeling faith, respect, service, and Christian values in daily classroom life. Strong classroom-management and communication skills are essential, along with adherence to diocesan policies and required background checks.

Qualifications

• Strong classroom-management, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow curriculum plans while adapting instruction to student needs.
• Commitment to Catholic education values and maintaining professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Follow and implement lesson plans and curriculum as set by the regular teacher and administration.
• Provide engaging, age-appropriate instruction to support learning.
• Maintain a positive, orderly, and respectful classroom environment.
• Establish routines, procedures, and expectations for students.
• Take attendance and maintain classroom records as directed.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education

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

The Long-Term Substitute Teacher is responsible for providing consistent instruction, supervision, and classroom management during an extended absence of the regular classroom teacher. The substitute teacher follows the established curriculum and lesson plans while maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.

The Long-Term Substitute Teacher supports the mission and values of Catholic education by serving as a positive role model and incorporating faith, respect, service, and Christian values into the daily classroom experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow and implement lesson plans, curriculum, and instructional expectations established by the regular classroom teacher and school administration.
• Provide engaging, age-appropriate instruction that supports student learning and academic progress.
• Maintain a positive, orderly, and respectful classroom environment.
• Establish and maintain appropriate classroom routines, procedures, and expectations.
• Take attendance and maintain required classroom records and documentation.
• Assess and monitor student understanding and progress as directed by the regular teacher or school administration.
• Provide appropriate support and accommodations for students with varying learning needs.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, field trips, and other assigned activities.
• Maintain consistent classroom management and enforce school policies and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with the principal and appropriate school staff regarding student progress, classroom needs, and concerns.
• Maintain appropriate communication with parents and guardians as directed by school administration.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and school matters.
• Participate in school meetings, professional development, prayer, and other activities as required during the assignment.
• Support the Catholic identity of the school through prayer, Christian example, and integration of Catholic values into the school day.
• Leave organized records and relevant information for the returning classroom teacher.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or school administration.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or appropriate educational background preferred; requirements may vary based on diocesan and school policies.
• Previous classroom teaching or educational experience preferred.
• Strong classroom-management, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow curriculum plans while adapting instruction to student needs.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with students and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
• Dependable, flexible, patient, and able to work independently.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.
• Practicing Catholic preferred, depending on school and diocesan requirements.
• Must successfully complete required background checks, safeguarding training, and other diocesan/school requirements.

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. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and 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.