Substitute Teachers

Our-Lady-of-Loreto; Foxfield (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady of Loreto Catholic School in Foxfield, CO seeks a Substitute Teacher to support daily instruction in a Catholic school setting. You will collaborate with the regular teacher, adhere to archdiocesan policies, and help foster a Catholic culture aligned with the school’s mission.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and a preference for teaching or substitute licenses, with a focus on safety, confidentiality, and adaptability to varying student needs.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
• Teaching license or substitute license preferred.
• Compliance with Safe Environment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters.
• Follow established procedures to ensure the safety and welfare of students.
• Implement and follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher.
• Manage classroom behavior and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Provide instruction in various subjects as needed.
• Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of individual students.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and administration.
• Record attendance and complete necessary administrative tasks.
• Provide feedback to the regular teacher about student performance and behavior.

Skills

Active listening

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Judgment

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching license preferred

Certification/training as needed

Job description

Description

Location

Our Lady of Loreto Catholic School

18000 E Arapahoe Rd

Foxfield, CO 80016

Position Summary:

The Substitute Teacher is a qualified individual who meets the requirements to work in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Denver. The Substitute Teacher is hired by and directly accountable to the principal. The teacher is expected to abide by the policies and procedures of the local school, the Archdiocese of Denver, and the Office of Catholic Schools. The Substitute Teacher cooperates with the teacher, principal and staff in providing an environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic education and helps build a Catholic culture in the school, ordered towards discipleship. The Substitute Teacher will follow the daily planning provided by the teacher in accordance with the curriculum and aligned with the educational plan for individual students. The Substitute Teacher will maintain records and data as instructed.

Essential Dispositions:

The Substitute Teacher will:

• Teach and act in accordance with doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Know, teach, and act consistently in accordance with the mission, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Catholic school.

Essential Job Functions (Responsibilities):

• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters.
• Follows established procedures to ensure the safety and welfare of students.
• Implement and follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher
• Manage classroom behavior and maintain a positive learning environment
• Provide instruction in various subjects as needed
• Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of individual students
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and administration
• Administer tests and assignments in accordance with the lesson plan
• Record attendance and complete necessary administrative tasks
• Provide feedback to the regular teacher about student performance and behavior
• Facilitate classroom discussions and encourage student participation
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students during class time

Requirements

Competencies and Qualifications:

• Refrain from promotion or approval of, or the living out of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals.
• Effective listening and verbal communication skills.
• Must work cooperatively with school staff and administration.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of and willingness to implement safety and emergency procedures.

Education and Experience:

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree
• Teaching License or Substitute License Preferred
• May require appropriate training, certification and/or credentialing as necessitated by school and student needs.
• Compliance with Safe Environment requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• May require lifting up to 40 pounds and carrying up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to execute appropriate safety and emergency procedures, including leading evacuations and providing basic first aid.

Hours:

• 7:30 to 3:30 full day
• 4 hours for half day