On-Site Campus Substitute Teacher

On‑Site Full Time Campus Substitute Teacher

Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools St. Mary’s Catholic High School - Phoenix, Arizona

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL: Saint Mary’s provides its student body of about 500 young men and women a rigorous Catholic liberal arts and sciences curriculum, a developed fine arts program, a diversity of extracurricular activities, regular access to the sacraments, and a strong retreat program. As a diocesan Catholic school, Saint Mary’s takes great pride in striving to form virtuous young men and women who know the Truth and love the Good.

In all areas of campus life, Saint Mary’s strives to create an encounter with Christ.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Saint Mary’s Catholic High School is seeking a full‑time, in‑house substitute teacher. The ideal candidate will model the Catholic faith, create an engaging and positive learning environment, and build positive school and community relationships. A bachelor’s degree in any field is required to apply for a substitute certificate.

The role will be under the supervision of the Principal and the Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction. The successful candidate will:

• Model Catholic education, promoting gospel values and Catholic moral teaching, and participate in faith development activities.
• Prepare classrooms, communicate daily and unit objectives, manage student behavior, enforce rules and disciplinary measures in accordance with school policies, and follow the daily substitute instruction manual.
• Establish positive school‑community relationships, maintain cooperative relations, promote curricular and co‑curricular programs, attend faculty meetings and in‑services, and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Engage in professional development, attend diocesan‑sponsored in‑services, attend school faculty meetings, and maintain personal development records.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Detailed above in bullet points)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

REQUIRED:

• Personal self‑discipline, adaptability, flexibility in routine and unexpected situations.
• Good judgment, effective verbal and written communication.
• Appropriate sense of humor.
• Knowledge and understanding of effective teaching techniques and child psychology.
• Appropriate grooming and dress as stated in the faculty handbook.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten‑month employee (paid in a 12‑month contract), full‑time, salaried. A schedule of mandatory days and extra responsibilities will be provided prior to the start of a new school year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• Practicing Roman Catholic preferred.
• Willingness to make a public Profession of Faith if Catholic; non‑Catholic candidates must support Catholic teachings and philosophy.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent to obtain an AZ Substitute Certificate.
• Certified by the Arizona State Department of Education as a substitute teacher.
• Safe Environment Training completed, Code of Conduct signed, and AZ Fingerprint clearance completed.

POSITION TYPE: Full‑Time

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.