Paraeducator & In-House Substitute Teacher (2026-27)

Cristo Rey Network•San Jose, CA

1d•$27 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the In-House Substitute Teacher is to be a positive role model and provide classroom instruction to the students at Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School. The In-House Substitute Teacher provides consistent daily coverage for absent teachers, ensuring instructional continuity. When not providing coverage in the classroom, the In-House Substitute Teacher provides additional student support as assigned. This position reports to the Director of Teacher and Learning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in the field related to teaching assignments
Broad knowledge and experience in the teaching field
Excellent skills in both oral and written communication
Ability to follow detailed lesson plans
Familiarity with Google, Google classroom, and PowerSchool or interest in learning
Classroom management skills
Ability to work under pressure and in a fast pace environment
Ability to keep confidential information
Energetic, flexible, and resourceful
Leadership and mentoring skills
Able to understand, care, love, and relate to the students
Required to use a work computer throughout the day
Returns phone calls and emails within 24 hours
Frequently communicates with students and colleagues throughout the day
Work will be performed from campus
Performs any other duties that may be assigned by the substitute coordinator
Weekly check-in w/ Substitute coordinator

Nice To Haves

Training or experience in education

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one or small group support to students in the classroom, under the supervision of the teacher
Assist in implementing student accommodation plans and other specialized learning strategies for students with disabilities or other learning needs
Support students with academic tasks, such as note-taking, reading, and completing assignments
Provide additional support during classroom activities, projects, and tests
Collaborate with teachers and other staff members to assess and track student progress
Maintain confidentiality regarding students’ personal and academic information
Monitor students’ behavior, ensuring they are engaged and following classroom rules to ensure maximum learning
Help in the implementation of classroom management strategies to maintain a productive and respectful classroom environment
Provide academic support or tutoring if necessary
Support teachers’ classroom expectations with measures of student accountability
Check the “sub needed dashboard [school year]” or your work email for lesson plans. Follow the teacher’s lesson plan carefully, including any seating charts.
Within the first 10 minutes of class, check the student roster located using the PowerSchool sub-account and submit attendance.
Check the student roster and confirm with students on preferred names.
If applicable, please make sure to attend the teachers’ supervising time and location.
Maintain discipline in the classroom to ensure maximum learning.
Hand out any notes or call slips if they are delivered to your classroom by a student worker, staff, or faculty member.
Do not send students during class time to drop off documents at the front office. The students may drop them off during breakfast, passing periods, lunch, or after school.
Make sure to walk around the class to monitor students' screens and ensure students safety.
Support and/or supervise students during breakfast, lunch, and after school
Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and other required school activities