Short-Term Spanish Teacher / Paraprofessional

Covenant Christian High School; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Christian High School in Pennsylvania seeks an enthusiastic, Christ-centered Paraprofessional to join our academic team as a permanent substitute and to cover Spanish instruction during a maternity leave (January–May). The role delivers instructional support across subjects, manages classroom logistics, and provides student-specific assistance.

Ideal candidates will have an associate degree or higher, relevant teaching support experience, and a commitment to a faith-based learning

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in academic support roles (paraprofessional, TA, substitute).
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with basic Spanish instruction.
• Excellent communication with students, parents, and staff.
• Commitment to a Christ-centered educational environment.
• Secondary school teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructional support and supervision across subjects and grades.
• Manage materials, attendance, policies, and transitions.
• Provide individualized assistance and small-group reteaching.
• Support grading and student feedback with teachers.
• Attend faculty meetings and professional development.
• Plan Spanish lessons during maternity leave.

Skills

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Spanish instruction

Communication

Christ-centered education

Secondary education experience

Education

Associate degree or higher

Bachelor's degree preferred

Spanish or Education background preferred

Job description

Job Summary:

Covenant Christian High School seeks an enthusiastic, Christ-centered Paraprofessional to join our academic team. This role serves as a permanent substitute across classrooms and includes full-time coverage of Spanish courses instruction during a maternity leave within the department (January‑May).

Duties / Responsibilities

General Paraprofessional & Permanent Substitute Duties

• Deliver instructional support and supervision in various subjects and grades as needed.


• Manage classroom logistics: prepare materials, maintain attendance records, enforce school policies, and oversee transitions.


• Provide individualized assistance to students—offering academic support, small-group instruction, and reteaching.


• Uphold discipline standards and school values during both instructional and non-instructional periods (study halls, lunch, chapel).


• Collaborate with teachers to adapt lessons; assist with grading and student feedback.


• Engage in professional development and regularly participate in faculty meetings.

Spanish Substitute Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish courses daily while the regular teacher is on maternity leave.


• Plan and deliver lessons, lectures, and assessments according to the department’s curriculum.


• Conduct quizzes/tests, provide meaningful feedback, and update students and parents on progress.


• Coordinate with faculty and department chairs to maintain consistency with instructional objectives

Qualifications

• Educational Requirements:
  
  
  
  • Associate’s degree or higher; Bachelor's preferred—ideally in Spanish, Education, or a related field .
  
  
  
  

Experience & Skills:

• Prior experience in academic support roles (e.g., paraprofessional, TA, substitute teacher).


• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.


• Proficiency with lab setups, enforcing safety protocols, and basic Spanish instruction.


• Excellent communication skills with students, parents, and educators.


• Commitment to a Christ-centered educational environment.


• Training or experience in teaching secondary school-aged children is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.


• Must be able to traverse school facilities and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency.

About Covenant:

Covenant Christian High School is recognized as an exemplary school and employer. These are a product of pursuing and valuing both relationships and excellence. Please include a cover letter that explains why you are interested in the role and in what ways you might add value to our organization.