Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant 2025-2026 Calvary Christian Academy

Schools United; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A Christian educational institution seeks a Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant dedicated to promoting the mission of Calvary Christian Academy. Responsibilities include teaching, leading students, and ensuring a safe learning environment. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree or have three years of relevant experience, alongside a strong commitment to Christian values.

Qualifications

• A love to teach and lead by the Word.
• Ability to adapt and multitask effectively.
• Flexibility to fill in last minute.

Responsibilities

• Teach students using provided lesson plans.
• Model Christ in word and deed.
• Provide a safe environment for students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Three years of experience working with children

Job description

Position Description

JOB TITLE: Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Calvary Christian Academy

REPORTS TO: Principal and Assistant Principal

STATUS: Temporary; Hourly non-exempt

HOURS: As needed, on-call

LOCATION: Calvary Christian Academy, all campuses

At Calvary Christian Academy, a ministry of Calvary Chapel, we are a community of Christian believers dedicated to making disciples of Jesus Christ through a biblical school environment that prepares students to glorify God spiritually, academically, and socially. Our vision is to reach our community and change our world. As a staff member, it is not only what we do, but also who we are.

Purpose Statement: The CCA substitute teacher/teacher assistant plays a vital role in furthering the mission of Calvary Christian Academy. The individual will work in the capacity for which they are hired, teaching, training, leading, guiding, and following lesson plans to educate students appropriately. As a substitute, the individual must take ownership of the role to ensure students are well supervised and taught according to provided plans or adequately assisted in the role of TA.

Scope: This multifaceted position involves taking on tasks of absent staff, maintaining constant contact with children, staff, parents, and church staff. The candidate must be ordained, commissioned, or licensed as a Minister of the Gospel, aligning with Calvary Chapel’s Ecclesiastical Practices Manual, and play an important part in furthering the religious mission of Calvary Chapel.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Model Christ in word and deed
• Adhere to professional standards and dress code
• Teach students using provided lesson plans
• Follow CCA staff regulations, guidelines, procedures
• Provide a safe environment for students
• Assist teachers with required tasks, duties, and class coverage

Qualifications/Skills/Gifts:

• A love to teach as unto the Lord and lead/live by the Word
• Willing to live a life above reproach aligned with our Leadership Covenant
• Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, substitutes, and students
• Love for children and a desire to foster a right relationship with Jesus Christ
• Organized, flexible, and good at following schedules
• Patience and a calm spirit
• Love to serve the Lord in all areas of life
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and be flexible around children
• Bachelor’s Degree (for substitute teachers) or three years of experience working with children (for substitute teacher assistants)
• Ability to lead and communicate effectively with children
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly
• Monitor groups of children with a positive disciplinary approach
• Flexibility to fill in last minute where needs arise