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
A Substitute Teacher is responsible for teaching and supervising students in the absence of the regular teacher. They must follow lesson plans, manage classroom behavior, and ensure the safety and well-being of students. The substitute teacher helps maintain continuity in the educational process and may work across various grade levels and subject areas.
Job Responsibilities
Instruction and Lesson Delivery
- Implement lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the classroom teacher or school administration.
- Deliver engaging and effective instruction using appropriate teaching materials, technology, and classroom resources.
- Modify instructional approaches and activities as needed to accommodate diverse learning styles and student needs.
Classroom Management
- Maintain a safe, organized, respectful, and productive learning environment.
- Enforce school policies, procedures, and classroom expectations consistently and fairly.
- Manage student behavior effectively and address classroom disruptions in a professional manner.
Student Support and Engagement
- Foster active student participation and engagement in learning activities.
- Provide guidance, clarification, and academic support to help students understand lesson content and complete assignments.
- Encourage positive student interactions and contribute to a supportive classroom culture.
Assessment and Documentation
- Monitor student progress and participation throughout instructional activities.
- Administer quizzes, tests, and other assessments as directed.
- Document attendance, completed assignments, and relevant classroom observations, and submit required reports to the regular teacher or school administration.
Communication and Collaboration
- Communicate professionally and effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.
- Report student concerns, behavioral issues, accidents, or other significant incidents to the appropriate school staff in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with school personnel to support student success and maintain continuity of instruction.
Student Safety and Well-Being
- Ensure the physical, emotional, and social well-being of students throughout the school day.
- Follow all school health, safety, security, and emergency procedures.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and maintain a secure learning environment at all times.
Job Requirements
• Education: High school diploma required; a Bachelor's degree in education or a related field preferred.
• Licensing/Certification: A teaching certification or substitute teacher permit may be required.
• Experience: Prior teaching or classroom experience preferred but not always required.
• Skills: • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage classroom behavior effectively.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in different educational settings.
• Basic understanding of classroom technology and instructional tools.
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.
