Teacher - Substitute

Teacher - Substitute

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.

The Substitute Teacher provides classroom instruction and supervision when the regular classroom teacher is absent. The Substitute Teacher follows the lesson plans and classroom procedures provided by the teacher while maintaining a safe, respectful, orderly, and faith-centered learning environment consistent with the mission and values of the Catholic school.

• Implement lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the classroom teacher.
• Provide instruction and support to students in accordance with the teacher's plans and school expectations.
• Supervise students in the classroom, hallways, cafeteria, playground, and other school areas as assigned.
• Maintain a positive, orderly, respectful, and supportive classroom environment.
• Encourage appropriate student behavior consistent with school expectations and Catholic values.
• Take attendance and complete required classroom records or reports.
• Follow classroom routines, schedules, and procedures established by the regular teacher.
• Communicate effectively with school administration and staff regarding classroom needs, student concerns, or incidents.
• Adapt to different grade levels, subject areas, and classroom routines as needed.
• Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of students at all times.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, patience, respect, and Christian values.
• Support the Catholic identity and mission of the school through respectful interactions with students and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, staff, and school matters.
• Follow all diocesan, school, health, safety, and emergency procedures and policies.
• Complete other duties as assigned by school administration.

High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or teaching experience preferred. Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred. Strong communication, classroom-management, and organizational skills. Ability to follow written lesson plans and teacher directions. Ability to maintain a positive and productive classroom environment. Dependable, flexible, patient, and professional demeanor. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and school administration.

Commitment to supporting the Catholic mission, values, and educational philosophy of the school. Practicing Catholic preferred but not required. Must complete required background checks and Safe Environment training in accordance with diocesan policies.

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 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.

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