Substitute Teacher-Colorado Springs CO

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints • Colorado Springs, CO

15h

About The Position

This temporary, entry-level position instructs youth in classes focused on the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. Responsibilities include preparing and presenting lessons effectively and, as needed, teaching more than one class. The role works under the direction of a program administrator and calls for a basic understanding of teaching, learning, and working with youth. Its purpose is to help youth and young adults deepen their conversion to Jesus Christ and His restored gospel, qualify for the blessings of the temple, and prepare themselves, their families, and others for eternal life with their Father in Heaven.

Church employees use their talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work and share the gospel of Jesus Christ. Employment is limited to Church members worthy of a temple recommend. The Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment decisions on legally prohibited bases. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with known disabilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, motivate, and coach students in developing gospel knowledge and testimonies.
• Competent ability to use a wide variety of skills and techniques to manage a classroom.
• Good communication skills and self-awareness of how communication impacts others.
• Ability to work well with youth, demonstrate genuine empathy, and seek to understand their challenges.
• Basic ability to build constructive working relationships characterized by integrity, acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.
• Humility, meekness, and purposeful collaboration with colleagues and peers.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and self-improvement, willingness to receive feedback, and effort to acquire new knowledge and skills.
• General understanding of how to support students with disabilities, including physical, learning, behavioral, emotional, and/or mental health challenges.
• Alignment with the direction and policies of the Church Board of Education and S&I leadership.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to use standard office equipment.
• Must meet the S&I conditions of employment.
• Ability to frequently communicate with students about inquiries on various topics and exchange accurate information.
• Ability to occasionally move about inside the classroom.
• Must be a Church member worthy of a temple recommend.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with a program administrator to learn the gospel.
• Prepare and present lessons effectively.
• Assist students in fulfilling their role in the learning process.
• Teach in the Savior’s Way by focusing on Jesus Christ, loving those being taught, teaching by the Spirit and the Doctrine, and inviting diligent learning.
• Create restored-gospel learning experiences centered on Jesus Christ, focused on students, and rooted in the word of God.
• Participate in regular training opportunities to improve job performance and career development.
• Seek, receive, and act on feedback from student surveys, self-evaluations, and observations from leaders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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