Substitute Teacher - Spokane WA Seminary

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints • Spokane, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This temporary position is responsible for instructing classes to youth, helping them learn the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. The role involves lesson preparation, effective lesson presentation, and potentially teaching multiple classes. The substitute teacher works under the direction of a program administrator and should possess a basic understanding of teaching, learning, and working with youth. The ultimate goal of this role is to help youth and young adults deepen their conversion to Jesus Christ, qualify for temple blessings, and prepare for eternal life.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, motivate and coach students in developing gospel knowledge and testimonies.
• Has a competent ability to use a wide variety of skills and techniques to manage a classroom.
• Possesses good communication skills and self-awareness of how communication impacts others.
• Works well with youth and can display genuine empathy towards individuals with a commitment to understanding their challenges.
• Has a basic ability to build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of integrity, acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.
• Exhibits humility, meekness, and purposeful collaboration with colleagues and peers.
• Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; a willingness to receive feedback and strives to acquire new knowledge and skills.
• Possess a general understanding of how to support students with disabilities, which may include physical, learning, behavioral, emotional, and/or mental health challenges.
• Aligns with the direction and policies of the Church Board of Education and S&I leadership.
• Basic knowledge on how to use the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to use standard office equipment.
• The seminary teacher is expected to meet the S&I conditions of employment.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Works in partnership with a program administrator to learn the gospel.
• Effectively prepare and present lessons to students.
• Assist students to fulfill their role in the learning process.
• Teach in the Savior’s Way by focusing on Jesus Christ, loving those you teach, teaching by the Spirit, teaching the Doctrine, and inviting diligent learning.
• Create learning experiences of the restored gospel—centered on Jesus Christ, focused on your students, and rooted in the word of God.
• Participate in regular training opportunities to improve your job performance and career development.
• Seek for, receive, and act on feedback through student surveys, self-evaluations, and observations from your leaders.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED