Long-Term Substitute-7th Grade Homeroom,7th Grade Religion/Spanish, Grades 3-8

Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

All Hallows Academy seeks a qualified, experienced, and passionate educator to support students’ academic and spiritual development in a positive, engaging, and faith-filled learning environment. The role teaches 7th-grade homeroom, religion, and Spanish, with Spanish instruction for Grades 3–8. The successful candidate is committed to developing Christ-centered, forward-thinking leaders and supporting the school’s Catholic mission. The educator plans and delivers age-appropriate Spanish lessons aligned with curriculum standards, teaches listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and incorporates the traditions, history, and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries. The role also teaches 7th-grade religion using the designated curriculum, plans lessons and assessments, tracks and reports student progress, differentiates instruction, and communicates with families. The educator supports cultural celebrations, student-led Masses, school events, and the wider school community, and carries out assigned homeroom and supervision duties. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Principal. The listed pay rate is $25.00 per hour. The position is at All Hallows Academy, 2390 Nautilus St., La Jolla, CA 92037. Physical demands include extended standing and walking, moving around school grounds, bending and reaching, and occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Active, practicing Roman Catholic.
Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of Catholic education.
Willingness to model Christian values and support students’ spiritual formation.
Bachelor’s degree or higher.
California Teaching Credential preferred or required as applicable to the teaching assignment.
Experience teaching Spanish, preferably in an elementary or middle school setting.
Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, administration, and school families.
Positive professional references and recommendations.
Successful completion of required background checks, including Live Scan clearance through the Diocese of San Diego, as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Basic Catechetical Certification.
California Teaching Credential (preferred, or required as applicable to the teaching assignment).

Responsibilities

Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate Spanish lessons aligned with curriculum standards and the mission of Catholic education.
Teach Spanish listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Integrate the traditions, history, and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries into instruction.
Teach 7th-grade religion using the designated curriculum.
Plan and implement religion lessons and assessments, and grade, report, and record student progress.
Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs, including leading novel studies for proficient Spanish-speaking students.
Establish a positive classroom culture with clear expectations for behavior, participation, and academic achievement.
Design and administer assessments to evaluate student learning and language proficiency.
Maintain accurate student performance records and provide timely feedback.
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress.
Incorporate technology to support instruction and increase student engagement.
Promote appreciation for Spanish and Hispanic cultures, and support schoolwide cultural celebrations and enrichment activities.
Collaborate with colleagues and administration to strengthen instructional practices.
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school Masses, and school events.
Model Catholic values through professional conduct and positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Respond to school communications, including email and voicemail, in a timely manner.
Coordinate holiday events as a homeroom teacher and work with room parents on those events.
Assist students in preparing for student-led Masses.
Maintain a neat, organized, and safe classroom.
Demonstrate professionalism and respect toward students, parents, faculty, and staff.
Maintain confidentiality regarding student, family, and personnel information.
Supervise students during playground duty, transitions, and other assigned supervision periods.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students and families.
Support the school’s Catholic mission and participate in school community activities.
Work collaboratively with administration to support school operations and student success.
Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the position.
Travel to school meetings, professional development, and other work-related activities as required.