Preschool Substitute Teacher

Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is seeking a part-time Preschool Substitute Teacher to provide direct care and support in the absence of the regular teacher. Responsibilities include assisting with lesson plans, maintaining a safe environment, and engaging with children aged 18 months to 5 years.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, experience working with children, and the ability to communicate effectively. The position offers a fulfilling role within a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with children in a professional regulated setting preferred.
• Must pass a comprehensive federal and state background check before starting.

Responsibilities

• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education.
• Assist in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Maintain constant supervision of all children.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Child Development Associate or coursework in Early Childhood Education

Associate’s degree in a related field

Tools

Tablet technology

Job description

Description

Employment Status: Part-time

FLSA: Non-exempt/Hourly

Work Schedule: 8:30 AM – 2:15 PM (mid-August through mid-May)

Programs Calendar: The programs calendar compliments the Northeast Independent School District calendar.

Reports to: Director

Job Summary

The St. Mark Catholic Preschool Substitute Teacher is responsible for carrying out the lessons, activities, and schedule in the absence of the regularly assigned teacher while meeting the policies and procedures of the preschool and Archdiocese of San Antonio. In addition to providing direct care, the Substitute Teacher must actively assist the assigned classroom teacher and is responsible for appropriate engagement with children while providing a safe, nurturing, socially and spiritually enriching environment for young children, approximately 18 months to 5 years old. During the short-term daytime program, the Substitute Teacher is also responsible for the work relationship with the classroom teacher, colleagues, and being available to the families.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Catholic Education: Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the program, and act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Curriculum Execution: Assist in the implementation of age-appropriate lesson plans involving crafts, storytelling, music, and basic educational concepts. Execute effective team-teaching and team-planning.
• Environmental Design: Assist in set-up of materials/supplies/resources. Oversee organization of the classroom centers/learning stations to encourage independent exploration and collaborative experiences.
• Supervision and Safety: Maintain constant supervision of all children; ensure the environment meets all health and safety standards. Assist with the care of ill/injured children.
• Compliance Leadership: Ensure the classroom strictly adheres to state licensing requirements and program safety standards at all times.
• Management of Learning Environment: Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom; sanitize toys and surfaces daily to prevent the spread of germs.
• Crisis Management: Ability to lead/support and make quick, sound decisions during a medical, environmental, or weather-related emergency.
• Basic Care: Manage daily needs including diaper and clothing changes, potty training assistance, and supervising all aspects of the daily schedule including, but not limited to, lunch/nap/snack/outdoor times.
• Communication: Communicate and work effectively with young children and adults through oral, written, and electronic means. Prompt communication with admin regarding accidents, illness, or incidents.
• Records Oversight: Assist in maintaining accurate records for attendance, incident reports, allergy lists, and medication logs.
• Classroom Management: Actively assist, establish, and implement a set of practices, strategies, and routines that create a structured, respectful, and engaging learning environment. This includes, but is not limited to, organizing the physical space to manage behavior, time, and student interactions.
• Social Development: Model and teach positive social behaviors, such as sharing, kindness, manners and following directions to promote growth.

Requirements

Position Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Child Development Associate or coursework in Early Childhood Education is preferred; Associate’s degree in a related field preferred.

Experience: At least 2 years of experience working with children in a professional regulated setting such as preschool, daycare, school, or camp is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Skill in appropriate technology such as a tablet. Great attention to detail and organizational skills. Able to communicate effectively verbally, written, electronically. Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and discretion. Confidentiality is essential. Must have good critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Must be detail oriented, organized, self‑motivated, work well independently and as a team.

License, Credentials, and Screenings: Reliable transportation. Valid driver license or identification. Current CPR and First Aid Certification (infant/child) is preferred. Must pass a comprehensive federal and state background check prior to starting employment and maintain eligible outcome.

Competencies: Customer Service – Ability to be attentive to the needs of internal and external customers and to find resolution within set standards and messaging in a positive manner. Communication – Ability to effectively share information and ideas of various degree of difficulty and sensitivity through different means of communication and to diverse audiences. Critical Thinking – Ability to actively and skillfully process and generate information and belief using a set of core skills – analysis, evaluation, inference, deductive reasoning, and inductive reasoning. Integrity / Honesty – Ability to conduct oneself in ways that are in concert with the organization’s standard of conduct when advocating for and influencing others and executing responsibilities. Thorough – Ability to provide great care and attention to detail, while meeting deadlines.

The position requires the following physical demands in the frequency noted.

Physical Demands Frequency

C = Constantly (2/3 or more of the time) O = Occasionally (Up to 1/3 of the time) F = Frequently (From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) R = Rarely (less than one hour per week)

• Lifting up to 35#s – Frequently
• Sitting – Rarely
• Walking – Constantly
• Running – Occasionally
• Standing – Frequently
• Bending waist – Frequently
• Balancing – Frequently
• Squatting – Frequently
• Sitting on floor – Frequently
• Repetitive motions – Occasionally
• Reach above shoulder – Occasionally
• Reach below shoulder – Occasionally
• Stooping – Frequently
• Push – Frequently
• Pull – Frequently
• Talking – Frequently
• Hearing – Constantly
• Crawling – Rarely
• Kneeling – Rarely

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer