Substitute Teacher

Providence Christian Academy Competencies

• Maintains a growing relationship with Jesus and consistently participates (e.g. weekly) in a local church or with a local congregation.
• Exhibits unquestionable professionalism anchored in a commitment to continual professional growth and development.
• Demonstrates integrity while fully engaging in the academic, spiritual, and covenant mission of Providence Christian Academy.
• Delivers exemplary customer service by cultivating positive relationships throughout the Providence community.

Standard Hours per Week: As Needed
Scheduled Days per Year: As Needed

Under the general supervision of the Substitute Coordinator, the Substitute Teacher provides instructional continuity during the absence of the regular classroom teacher. The Substitute Teacher facilitates student learning by implementing lesson plans, maintaining a safe and orderly classroom, supporting students' academic and spiritual growth, and reinforcing the school's mission of providing Christ-centered education.

• Implements lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the classroom teacher while maintaining continuity of instruction.
• Maintains a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and reflects biblical principles, respect, and appropriate student behavior.
• Supervises students throughout the instructional day, including classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, field trips, and other assigned duties.
• Demonstrates Christ-like character in all interactions with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Encourages students in their academic progress while reinforcing biblical truth and the school's Christian values.
• Follows established classroom procedures, school policies, emergency protocols, and discipline guidelines.
• Maintains accurate attendance records and completes any required documentation during the assignment.
• Communicates effectively with school administration regarding student concerns, emergencies, or other significant issues.
• Leaves detailed notes for the regular classroom teacher regarding lesson completion, student participation, behavior, and any concerns that arose during the assignment.
• Protects the confidentiality of student records and school information.
• Utilizes classroom technology and instructional resources appropriately to support learning.
• Performs assigned supervisory responsibilities and actively promotes student safety at all times.
• Attends substitute orientation or required training sessions as directed by the administration.
• Understands and follows school policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, including dress code, mandated reporting requirements, emergency procedures, and professional expectations.

• Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly to different grade levels, subject areas, and classroom environments.
• Exhibits strong communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Uses sound judgment and professionalism in responding to unexpected situations.
• Demonstrates proficiency with basic classroom technology and instructional tools.
• Supports the school's mission by modeling Christian character and biblical values throughout the school day.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal or Principal's designee.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy machines, classroom technology, interactive displays, and instructional materials.

May occasionally travel with students on field trips or attend required professional development as assigned.

• Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques and instructional practices.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate instructional methods across elementary, middle, and/or high school grade levels.
• Ability to follow written lesson plans and adapt instruction as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students and…