Daily Substitute Teachers, St. Ignatius Loyola Regional School

Diocese of Allentown • Spring Township, PA

47d • Onsite

About The Position

A daily substitute teacher fills in for a classroom teacher in grades K–8 during temporary absences. The substitute follows the classroom teacher’s lesson plans and daily activities while guiding students in the classroom. The role supports the school’s faith-based mission and its commitment to continuous learning, quality, integrity, mutual respect, and Catholic values. Employees are expected to respect the teachings and discipline of the Catholic Church regarding faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle in conformity with those teachings.

This position is as needed, with working hours typically from 8:00 a.m. to 2:20 p.m., Monday through Friday. The substitute may also be required to work outside normal hours for meetings, open houses, and workshops.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or an education-related field.
• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise an educational program established by the classroom teacher.
• Ability to communicate effectively and positively with parents, students, and coworkers.
• Understanding of child development and the ability to relate to the students being taught.
• Understanding of employee supervision and the communication skills needed to work effectively and collegially with adult employees and volunteers.
• Ability to handle classroom situations fairly and patiently, maintain a high energy level, and respond calmly to difficult situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; credibility, integrity, and self-confidence are essential.
• Before interview, clear Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History clearance, and FBI Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Pennsylvania Act 153 of 2014; clearances must be at least one year old.
• Before interview, attendance at a Protecting God’s Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.
• Respect the teachings and discipline of the Catholic Church regarding faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle in conformity with those teachings.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a well-managed classroom and a safe, positive learning environment.
• Supervise students in and outside the classroom, including in hallways, on the playground, and in the cafeteria.
• Follow and implement lesson plans, classwork, homework, and tests; attend parent-teacher conferences if needed.
• Provide appropriate materials and resources to engage students in learning.
• Prepare a report for the classroom teacher covering student attendance, lesson-plan progress, disciplinary actions, and positive developments.
• Know emergency evacuation routes, school procedures, and regulations for assigned classrooms.
• Support the school’s organizational culture and model the expectations of the school and diocese as set out in their mission, vision, and handbooks.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level