Interim Teacher for Maternity Leave 2026-2027

St Michael Academy Inc•Nolensville, TN

About The Position

Interim Teacher needed for a few weeks (for a maternity leave) at the beginning of the 2026-2027 School Year. PRIMARY FUNCTION: Under the direction of the school principal is responsible for supporting the Diocese of Nashville in its mission to evangelize and catechize youth in a Catholic School environment, and does so while filling into a position, as needed, during the absence of a regular full-timed teacher. GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Building Principal, the accepted candidate is responsible for assisting with classroom instruction in the absence of a regular teacher. The interim teacher is responsible for upholding the same values of regular, full-time employees by fostering the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical development of children engaged in the Catholic elementary school experience.

Requirements

A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church
Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills
Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills
Have reliable transportation
Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to maintain confidentiality and operate with high ethical standards
Flexibility in assessing needs and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment
The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check
Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance
Previous teaching experience required
Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.
Walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, and carrying

Responsibilities

Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
Gives evidence of lived Gospel values; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
Indicate an intentional approach to the school day by following classroom instruction and promotes positive interactions with students and colleagues.
Follows oral and written directions; understands and follows lesson plans.
Sets the proper tone from the beginning for classroom management.
Maintains a consistent disciplinary approach in line with the regular full-time teacher's expectations.
Maintains a functional and pleasant learning environment.
Cooperates with school administration; works effectively with all staff members; promotes positive relationships with students.
Demonstrates effective communication with full-time teacher as needed.
At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.
Maintains confidentiality of information; displays sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
Performs other duties as assigned by school principal.