ESE Long-Term Substitute - Middle School

Diocese of St. Augustine • Jacksonville, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Morning Star Catholic School is seeking a Substitute Teacher for ESE (Exceptional Student Education) at the middle school level. This role is FLSA Non-Exempt. The primary function is to support the School and the Diocese of St. Augustine in their mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic School environment. The Substitute Teacher is expected to be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic teaching in both their academic and behavioral conduct, as well as in their personal life.

Requirements

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church.
• If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church. If not a baptized Catholic, must nonetheless abide by Catholic principles in the teacher’s professional and private life.
• Excellent communications skills including written and oral, public speaking and presentation skills.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology.
• Ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• Complete a criminal history and background check.
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.
• Coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and the ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.
• Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; carrying; and keyboarding.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited Institution preferred
• Certified by the State of Florida as a Teacher preferred

Responsibilities

• Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Abide by Catholic principles in the teacher’s professional and private life, and govern professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
• Give evidence of living Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of a personal faith journey; strive to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example in professional and private life.
• Help build the School’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in, and help plan, School religious and service activities.
• Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement and achieve academic goals and objectives as adopted by the School, along with a Catholic religious curriculum as articulated by the School.
• Demonstrate competence in teaching by demonstrating current, thorough knowledge of the academic and religious curriculum as specified, and be able to communicate effectively with students.
• Organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning.
• Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently, clearly, and effectively evaluate student progress.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.
• Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• Cooperate with School and Diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
• Give specific attention toward prompt attendance at scheduled faculty trainings and meetings.
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing School policies and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Display sound judgment in dress and general behavior, specifically following School dress code standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level