Substitute Teacher / Paraprofessional

St. James; Louisiana, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

St. James Parish Schools is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Substitute Teachers and Paraprofessionals to join our team. Substitutes play a vital role in maintaining the continuity of instruction when the regular teacher is absent across Pre-K through 12th grade.

Assignments may vary by district needs, with flexible, part-time scheduling. Follow lesson plans, maintain a safe classroom, manage behavior, and support students of varying ages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred.
• Strong communication, flexibility, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to adapt to different grade levels, subjects, and classroom environments.

Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher or school staff.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and productive classroom environment.
• Manage classroom behavior in accordance with district policies.
• Provide instruction and support to students of varying ages and abilities.
• Communicate effectively with school staff and administrators.
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, or other assigned areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Saint James Parish Schools

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted:
  9/30/2025
• Location:
  Multiple Locations

Job Title: Substitute Teacher / Paraprofessional
Location: Multiple Locations
Grade Levels: Pre-K through 12th Grade
Position Type: Part-Time / As Needed

About Us: St. James Parish Schools is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for all students. We value dedicated educators who are flexible, dependable, and eager to support student success.

Position Summary: We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Substitute Teachers and Paraprofessionals to join our team. Substitutes play a vital role in maintaining the continuity of instruction and ensuring a positive classroom environment when the regular teacher is absent. Assignments may vary across grade levels (Pre-K through 12) and subject areas depending on district needs.

Follow lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher or school staff.

Maintain a safe, respectful, and productive classroom environment.

Manage classroom behavior in accordance with district policies.

Provide instruction and support to students of varying ages and abilities.

Communicate effectively with school staff and administrators.

Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, or other assigned areas.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred.

Strong communication, flexibility, and classroom management skills.

Ability to adapt to different grade levels, subjects, and classroom environments.

Schedule & Compensation: Flexible, part-time scheduling based on district needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: St. James Parish Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.

Postings current as of 8/22/2026 5:20:30 AM CST.

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