Substitute Teacher

Diocese of St. Augustine; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic educational institution in New York is seeking a Substitute Teacher to support its mission of evangelizing and educating youth. The ideal candidate will foster a Catholic environment, develop lesson plans, and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A Bachelor's degree and state certification are preferred. Applications from diverse candidates are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in computer technology while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support the unique Catholic Mission of the School.
• Prepare lessons to achieve academic goals.
• Cooperate with administration and promote relationships with students and parents.

Skills

Excellent communications skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited Institution

Certified by the State of Florida as a Teacher

Tools

Word processing

Excel

Job description

The Roman Catholic Diocese of St. Augustine is seeking a Substitute Teacher to support the School and the Diocese in their mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic School environment.

The Substitute Teacher shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic teaching both academically and behaviorally while at work and in personal life. The primary function of this role is to support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Abide by Catholic principles in professional and private life, and govern professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles.
• Give evidence of living Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of a personal faith journey.
• Help build the School’s faith community by participating in and helping plan School religious and service activities.
• Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement and achieve academic goals and objectives as adopted by the School.
• Demonstrate competence in teaching by demonstrating current, thorough knowledge of the academic and religious curriculum as specified.
• Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image.
• Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• Cooperate with School and Diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.

Physical/Mental Requirements: Coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and the ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Required Activities: Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; carrying; and keyboarding.

Basic Qualifications:

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church.
• Excellent communications skills including written and oral, public speaking and presentation skills.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• Complete a criminal history and background check.
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited Institution.
• Certified by the State of Florida as a Teacher preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.