Job Status: Part-time

Job Function: This per diem substitute teacher fills in for the classroom teacher (K-8th grade) in their temporary absence. This daily substitute teacher will follow the constructed lesson plans, and daily activities while guiding students in the classroom setting.

****NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A TEACHER APPLICATION, COVER LETTER, AND RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a well-managed classroom and a safe, positive learning environment.

• Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, on the playground, and in the cafeteria.

• Follow and implement lesson plans, classwork, homework, and tests. If needed, may attend parent-teacher conferences.

• Provide appropriate material and resources for students to engage in learning.

• Compile a report for the teacher that includes student attendance, lesson-plan progress, disciplinary actions, and positive developments.

• Knowledge of emergency evacuation routes, school procedures, and regulations for the classrooms assigned.

• Supports the school in stimulating and advancing the ongoing development of an organizational culture characterized by a commitment to faith, continuous learning, quality, integrity, mutual respect, and Catholic values.

• Models the expectations of the school and diocese according to the mission and vision espoused, as well as those expectations set forth in the school and diocesan handbooks.

• Other duties as assigned by the Principal or his/her designee.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in education or education-related field.

• Teaching certification is a plus.

Other Requirements:

• Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church in regard to matters of faith and morals.

• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and supervise an educational program set by the classroom teacher.

• Must communicate effectively with parents, students, and co-workers in a positive and enthusiastic manner.

• Possess an understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught.

• Possess an understanding of the supervision of employees and the communication skills necessary to relate to adult employees and volunteers in a collegial, as well as effective, and efficient manner.

• Ability to handle classroom situations with fairness and patience.

• Able to maintain a high level of energy. Ability to respond calmly to overwhelming and difficult situations.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a high degree of credibility, integrity, and self-confidence is essential.