Teacher - Substitute (evergreen)

Archdiocese of St. Louis; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Archdiocese of St. Louis, in partnership with Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary School, seeks a Substitute Teacher to provide classroom instruction, supervision, and support in the absence of the regular teacher.

The role emphasizes modeling Catholic faith, respect, kindness, responsibility, and service while maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment. Candidates should possess strong communication, teamwork, initiative, and organizational skills; be able to use classroom technology

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication is required.
• Strong interpersonal and human-relations skills are essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a school team.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in classroom management and student supervision.
• Willingness to learn and effectively use Smart Boards and other instructional tools.
• Ability to move throughout the school and fulfill supervision duties.
• Availability to work recess, lunch, arrival/dismissal and other supervision assignments.

Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans and instructional materials provided by the regular teacher or administration.
• Provide instruction and guidance aligned with classroom expectations.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly learning environment.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management and address student behavior.
• Supervise students throughout the school day and during activities.
• Assist students with assignments and activities as needed.
• Utilize classroom technology to support curriculum.
• Maintain routines, schedules, and expectations.
• Communicate professionally with students, staff, and administration.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and school operations.
• Follow school and Archdiocesan policies and safety requirements.
• Support the Catholic identity and mission of Assumption School.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

Organization

Multitasking

Classroom management

Technology literacy

Campus mobility

Professional boundaries

Tools

Smart Boards

Job description

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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

Under the direction of the Principal, the Substitute Teacher provides classroom instruction, supervision, and support for students in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.

The Substitute Teacher supports the mission of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary School and the Archdiocese of St. Louis to evangelize and catechize youth within a Catholic school environment. The Substitute Teacher is expected to serve as a positive role model of Catholic faith, respect, kindness, responsibility, and service while maintaining a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans and instructional materials provided by the regular classroom teacher or school administration.
• Provide appropriate instruction and guidance to students in accordance with the teacher's lesson plans and established classroom expectations.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, orderly, and positive classroom environment.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management and address student behavior appropriately and consistently.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including classroom activities, transitions, recess, lunch, and other assigned duties.
• Assist students with classroom assignments and activities as appropriate.
• Utilize classroom technology, including Smart Boards and other instructional technology, as needed to support the curriculum.
• Maintain established classroom routines, schedules, and expectations.
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with students, faculty, staff, and school administration.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, school operations, and other sensitive information.
• Follow all school and Archdiocesan policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Support the Catholic identity, mission, and values of Assumption School.
• Perform other duties and supervision responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.

Job Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak and present information clearly and effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and human-relations skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a school team.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in classroom management and student supervision.
• Ability to learn and effectively use Smart Boards, classroom technology, and other instructional tools.
• Ability to move throughout the school campus and perform required supervision duties.
• Willingness to work recess, lunch, arrival/dismissal, and other supervision assignments as needed.
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to pass required criminal history and background checks.
• Professional demeanor and clean, neat, and appropriate personal appearance.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Availability to work between7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., as needed.
• Ability to respond to phone calls, text messages, and email communications as early as5:00 a.m. when substitute coverage is being coordinated.

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.