Part-Time Faith-Focused Substitute Teacher (K-8)

Diocese-of-Joliet-1; Illinois; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools in Plainfield seeks a part-time substitute teacher for St. Mary Immaculate School. The role supports Catholic teachings and follows the absent teacher's plans to deliver faith-based instruction in a positive classroom setting.

Candidates must hold an Illinois PEL or Substitute License or valid out-of-state reciprocity; a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education is required. Teaching experience and ability to differentiate instruction are preferred.

Qualifications

• Educator Licensure: must hold a current Illinois PEL or Substitute License or valid out-of-state certificate.
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related discipline.
• Practicing Catholic preferred or required to teach religion/theology.
• Previous teaching experience in elementary/secondary education preferred.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Knowledge of Catholic elementary school curriculum and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model and support Catholic Church teachings.
• Create a faith-focused learning environment within the classroom.
• Facilitate student success academically and interpersonally.
• Implement absent teacher's plans with fidelity and document progress.
• Leave detailed notes for the absent teacher.
• Create a safe, flexible learning environment; supervise students during the day.

Skills

Excellent communication

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Catholic education

Education

Illinois PEL

Illinois Substitute License

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education

Catholic religion instruction

Job description

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools in Plainfield seeks a part-time substitute teacher for St. Mary Immaculate School. The role supports Catholic teachings and follows the absent teacher's plans to deliver faith-based instruction in a positive classroom setting.

Candidates must hold an Illinois PEL or Substitute License or valid out-of-state reciprocity; a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education is required. Teaching experience and ability to differentiate instruction are preferred.