Substitute Teacher

Catholic Schools • Orlando, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substitute Teacher provides classroom coverage for an absent teacher on a non-continuous or ad hoc basis for 10 days or less. The primary duty is teaching, tutoring, instructing, or lecturing to impart knowledge to students. The role is grounded in the Diocese of Orlando’s core values of authenticity, respect, courage, and commitment, and requires appreciation for and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. The position is performed directly on school campuses; working from home is not permitted.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong written and spoken English, and the ability to understand spoken and written information. Duties include following teacher lesson plans, supervising students and learning activities, supporting and evaluating student work, monitoring learning progress, enforcing school policies, responding appropriately to emergencies, recording time using Paylocity, and performing additional duties such as recess, social-time, and lunch supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Appreciation for and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings; conduct must be consistent with and supportive of the Church’s mission and purpose and must not violate Church faith, morals, laws, or diocesan policies.
• Ability to communicate, listen to, and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to read and understand written information and ideas.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods; reach, grasp, feel, and see up close and from afar; use basic office computer hardware and peripherals; and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary-to-light work, including occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects and materials weighing up to 15 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage for an absent teacher and use the teacher’s lesson plans and notes to conduct routine classroom activities.
• Maintain knowledge of appropriate responses to emergencies and critical incidents, including fire alarms and evacuation procedures.
• Monitor students’ activities and behavior to support their physical safety and enforce appropriate conduct and disciplinary controls.
• Supervise learning activities, circulate in the classroom, and provide students with assistance and learning support.
• Check and objectively evaluate students’ work; teach individuals and small groups to reinforce skills in accordance with instructional guidelines.
• Monitor students’ learning progress and inform the teacher of learning deficiencies.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Clock in and out using the Paylocity time management system.
• Perform additional duties that may include recess or social-time supervision and morning, afternoon, or lunch duty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED