Substitute Teacher (Troy, MO, US, 63379-2321)Archdiocese of St. Louis
Job Summary
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 Substitute Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled learning environment for students in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. The substitute teacher follows lesson plans, maintains classroom routines, supervises students, and supports the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development of each child in accordance with the mission and values of the Catholic school.
Job Responsibilities
- Implement lesson plans and instructional activities prepared by the regular classroom teacher.
- Maintain a positive, orderly, and engaging classroom environment.
- Supervise students and ensure their safety at all times, including during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, and other assigned duties.
- Follow school policies, classroom procedures, and established disciplinary guidelines.
- Foster a respectful, inclusive, and caring atmosphere consistent with Catholic teachings and Gospel values.
- Support the school's Catholic identity and mission through respectful conduct and appropriate participation in school activities and prayer.
- Take attendance and maintain accurate records as directed.
- Adapt instruction to meet students' learning needs and follow any accommodations or instructions provided.
- Communicate relevant classroom information, student concerns, and completed assignments to the regular classroom teacher and school administration.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and school matters.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or school administration.
Job Requirements
- Previous teaching, substitute teaching, or experience working with children is preferred.
- Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow written lesson plans and school procedures.
- Demonstrated patience, flexibility, dependability, and professionalism.
- Willingness to support the mission, values, and Catholic identity of the school.
- Ability to meet all applicable background screening, child protection training, and safe-environment 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.
