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.

Job Summary

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.

Job Responsibilities

• 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.

Job Requirements

• 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.

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.