Teacher - Substitute

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Dardenne Prairie (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working times

Remote working options

Paid vacation accrual

Personal leave

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a Substitute Teacher to provide classroom instruction and supervision in the absence of the regular teacher. In a Catholic school setting, you will support academics, uphold routines, and foster a safe, faith-centered learning environment.

Responsibilities include following plans, teaching across subjects, maintaining order, taking attendance, and adapting to varied classrooms. Commitment to Catholic mission and effective communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid substitute teaching license or permit as required by state or diocese.
• Experience working with children or adolescents in educational or supervisory settings preferred.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and manage classroom behavior effectively.

Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans and instructions provided by the regular teacher.
• Provide instruction across assigned subjects and grade levels.
• Maintain classroom order and enforce school rules and policies.
• Create a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Take attendance and manage daily classroom routines.
• Adapt to different classrooms, subjects, and grade levels as assigned.
• Communicate relevant student concerns to appropriate staff.
• Supervise students during class, transitions, lunch, recess, dismissal, and other activities.
• Support the Catholic identity and mission of the school, including participation in prayer and religious activities as appropriate.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Substitute teaching license

Job description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Substitute Teacher provides classroom instruction and supervision in the absence of the regular teacher. In a Catholic school setting, the Substitute Teacher supports the academic program, maintains classroom routines and expectations, and promotes a safe, respectful, and faith-centered learning environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans and instructions provided by the regular teacher.
• Provide instruction across assigned subjects and grade levels.
• Maintain classroom order and enforce school rules and policies.
• Create a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Take attendance and manage daily classroom routines.
• Adapt to different classrooms, subjects, and grade levels as assigned.
• Communicate relevant student behavior, academic, or classroom concerns to appropriate school staff.
• Supervise students during class, transitions, lunch, recess, dismissal, and other assigned activities.
• Support the Catholic identity and mission of the school, including participation in prayer and religious activities as appropriate.

Job Requirements

• Valid substitute teaching license or permit, as required by state or diocese.
• Experience working with children or adolescents in an educational or supervisory setting preferred.
• Ability to follow lesson plans, maintain classroom expectations, and manage student behavior effectively.
• Strong communication, judgment, flexibility, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to supporting the Catholic mission and values of the school.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.