Teacher - Substitute EVERGREEN

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Pacific, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a Catholic School Substitute Teacher to provide instruction and supervision in the absence of the regular classroom teacher, upholding our faith-based mission and educational goals.

You will follow prepared lesson plans, manage classrooms across different subjects and grade levels, maintain safety and order, take attendance, and support students with compassion and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid substitute teaching license or permit.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework or a degree in education is preferred.
• Experience with children or adolescents in educational settings preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and effectively manage a classroom.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different grade levels, subjects, and classroom environments.
• Commitment to supporting the Catholic identity, mission, and values of the school.
• Must complete all required background checks, child-safety training, and other diocesan or school requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans, classroom procedures, and instructions provided by the regular teacher.
• Deliver instruction and facilitate learning activities across various subjects and grade levels as assigned.
• Maintain classroom order and enforce school rules, policies, and expectations.
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Take attendance and manage daily classroom routines.
• Provide appropriate assistance and encouragement to students.
• Adapt to different classrooms, subjects, grade levels, and student needs.
• Monitor student behavior and address concerns in a professional and appropriate manner.
• Communicate relevant information regarding student behavior, classroom activities, or concerns to the regular teacher or school administration.
• Supervise students during class, transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, dismissal, and other activities as assigned.
• Follow all school policies and procedures regarding student safety, supervision, discipline, and confidentiality.
• Support and participate in school prayer, religious activities, and faith-based practices when appropriate.
• Model Catholic values through respectful, compassionate, and professional interactions with students and staff.
• Leave the classroom organized and provide appropriate notes or information for the returning teacher.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Discretion/Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Education degree or coursework preferred

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

The Catholic School Substitute Teacher provides instruction and supervision for students in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. The substitute teacher maintains a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment while supporting the school’s Catholic mission, values, and educational goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans, classroom procedures, and instructions provided by the regular teacher.
• Deliver instruction and facilitate learning activities across various subjects and grade levels as assigned.
• Maintain classroom order and enforce school rules, policies, and expectations.
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Take attendance and manage daily classroom routines.
• Provide appropriate assistance and encouragement to students.
• Adapt to different classrooms, subjects, grade levels, and student needs.
• Monitor student behavior and address concerns in a professional and appropriate manner.
• Communicate relevant information regarding student behavior, classroom activities, or concerns to the regular teacher or school administration.
• Supervise students during class, transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, dismissal, and other activities as assigned.
• Follow all school policies and procedures regarding student safety, supervision, discipline, and confidentiality.
• Support and participate in school prayer, religious activities, and faith-based practices when appropriate.
• Model Catholic values through respectful, compassionate, and professional interactions with students and staff.
• Leave the classroom organized and provide appropriate notes or information for the returning teacher.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.

Job Requirements

• Valid substitute teaching license or permit, as required by the state, diocese, or school.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework or a degree in education is preferred.
• Previous experience working with children or adolescents in an educational setting preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and effectively manage a classroom.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different grade levels, subjects, and classroom environments.
• Dependable, punctual, professional, and able to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Commitment to supporting the Catholic identity, mission, and values of the school.
• Must complete all required background checks, child-safety training, and other diocesan or school requirements

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.