Longterm Substitute - Science

Orange Lutheran High School; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Orange Lutheran High School seeks a Long-Term Substitute Teacher to lead Science for grades 9–12, delivering AP Biology and Marine Biology sections while integrating Biblical principles and a Christian worldview.

The role requires collaboration with faculty, administration, parents, and students to promote academic success and spiritual growth. Teaching starts end of August 2026, with responsibilities across departments and campus events.

Qualifications

• BA or BS degree with 24–36 hours in the taught subject.
• Completion of an approved teacher training program with student teaching or proven classroom teaching experience.
• Equivalently related education/experience to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide Christ-centered, engaging instruction in a safe environment.
• Integrate Biblical principles, Christian worldview, and prayer throughout the curriculum.
• Teach to curriculum standards using approved materials and activities.
• Develop well-structured lesson plans aligned with policy and objectives.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet student needs and abilities.
• Communicate with students, parents, and staff regarding academic and behavioral issues.

Skills

Christ-centered instruction

Curriculum design

Classroom management

Student assessment

Instructional strategies

Communication

Planning and organization

Technology in instruction

Education

BA or BS in subject area

Teacher training program with student teaching

Job description

Position Summary

This Long-Term Substitute Teacher position starts at the end of August 2026. It involves teaching Science to students in grades 9‑12, managing daily classroom tasks, collaborating with faculty, administration, students, parents, and school personnel to promote academic success and spiritual growth. The teacher is expected to deliver two sections of AP Biology and two sections of Marine Biology, integrating Biblical principles, a Christian worldview, and prayer throughout the curriculum.

Essential Duties

• Provide students with a focused, Christ-centered, challenging, and engaging educational experience in a safe and supportive environment.
• Integrate Biblical principles, Christian worldview, and prayer throughout the curriculum.
• Teach skills, knowledge, and concepts in one or more subjects following the approved curriculum and appropriate learning activities to enable students to achieve established course standards of achievement.
• Utilize a variety of instructional methodologies using educational equipment, books, and learning aids.
• Develop well‑structured lesson plans according to school policy and course objectives.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet student needs, interests, and abilities.
• Prepare, correct, assess, and grade assignments and tests.
• Observe and evaluate student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records per school policy.
• Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to provide an effective learning environment.
• Communicate with students, parents, faculty, staff, counselors, and administrators regarding academic and behavioral issues.
• Ensure proper supervision of students during all school-related on‑ and off‑campus activities.
• Carry out safety and emergency procedures per school policy.
• Maintain appropriate professional interaction with students, parents, administrators, co‑workers, and other colleagues.

Additional Duties

• Report for work on time and prepared; maintain dependable attendance.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Maintain instructional materials for substitute teachers.
• Supervise Daily Gathering settings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal, or Department Chair.

Qualifications

• BA or BS Degree; twenty‑four to thirty‑six hours of college work in the subject area taught.
• Completion of an approved teacher training program with successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university, or proven successful classroom teaching experience.
• Equivalent directly‑related job experience or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed.

Licenses, Certificates, and Clearances

• Cleared background/fingerprint check.
• Valid CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Cleared TB assessment.
• Completion of Ministry Safe Training.
• California Teaching Credential preferred.

Key Competencies

Knowledge

• The ministry and purpose of Lutheran education.
• The principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies of curriculum design, teaching, and instruction for secondary level students.
• The academic, social, and behavioral characteristics of secondary‑level students.
• Behavior management strategies.

Skills and Abilities

• Instructing – clearly and effectively teach others.
• Learning Strategies – select and use appropriate instructional methods and materials.
• Active Listening – give full attention to others and ask appropriate questions.
• Technology – write and present instructional material; create records and electronic communication using a computer.
• Basic to intermediate skills in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and browser software; research instructional material; advise students on appropriate technology use.
• Communication – clearly and effectively communicate orally and in writing, read, analyze, and interpret academic literature and technical manuals.
• Excellent planning and organization skills.
• Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive instructional program for secondary‑level students.
• Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of students.
• Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment.
• Work accurately, completely, and promptly.
• Deal tactfully with students, parents, and co‑workers; show genuine respect, concern, and warmth.
• Maintain constant awareness of classroom activities; define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret instructions.
• Work independently and devise new methods for instruction.
• Command presence and leadership to run the classroom and manage students.

Personal Characteristics

• Exhibit the highest level of Christian integrity; life reflects Christ‑like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadership; integrate faith and prayer in job duties.
• Foster a Christ‑centered environment focused on grateful servanthood, accountability, compassion, and collaboration, aligned with guiding principles.
• A lifelong learner who models intellectual curiosity, self‑reflection, and stewardship of talents.

Physical Requirements

The employee must possess the physical abilities to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above, including moving around the campus, sitting for extended periods, speaking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel, or grasp objects; occasionally standing, walking, pushing, pulling, or lifting up to 50 pounds; reaching with hands or arms, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, tasting, or smelling.

Work Environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The majority of work is performed in a climate‑controlled school setting, with occasional outside exposure to varying weather conditions. Noise levels are typical of a quiet office, with occasional exposure to moderate to loud noise during school events.