PreK-3 Long-Term Substitute Teacher

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PreK-3 Long-Term Substitute Teacher (January 2027)

PreK-3 Long-Term Substitute Teacher (January 2027)

St. Theresa Catholic School offers a vibrant, faith-filled community on a beautiful 22-acre campus in the heart of Austin, Texas. Our dedicated faculty and staff, supported by a strong leadership team and an engaged parent community, are committed to academic excellence and the spiritual growth of every child. We nurture students to build a strong foundation in faith and develop a lifelong love of learning.

If you are passionate about teaching in a Christ-centered, child-focused environment, we invite you to join our mission.

A Long-Term Substitute serves in place of a classroom teacher during an extended period of time. This is a full-time position. Responsibilities include instruction, lesson planning, classroom management, and the consistent, engaging support of student learning. The Long-Term Substitute works closely with school staff to ensure students stay on track. This position reports to the principal.
Estimated start date is January 2027.

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. Pastors, presidents, and principals serve as leaders of the schools, making Christ's mission present and enduring in them. In order to fulfill Christ's mission, the school leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, share Christ's mission with them, and entrust them with various responsibilities.

Positions employed in this School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church.

• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and to the school's policies and procedures.
• Plan instruction with logically sequenced objectives aligned with the adopted curriculum, and submit plans in accordance with school policies.
• Provide appropriate materials and resources to help students engage in learning.
• Use effective instructional methods and models in accordance with professional standards of practice.
• Use varied assessment tools to perform both formative and summative assessments.
• Provide instruction and assessment for understanding.
• Maintain current and accurate records in accordance with school policies.
• Practice positive, consistent discipline in classroom management.
• Communicate with parents regarding academic, behavioral, and safety concerns.
• Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to students, parents, and staff.

• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods and strategies, and curriculum differentiation.
• Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction.
• Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process.
• Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format.
• Skill in using job-appropriate technology.
• Skill in critical thinking and planning.
• Skill in demonstrating professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits.
• Skill in collaborating with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Ability to manage student behavior in a classroom setting.
• Ability to…