Substitute Teacher-Colorado Springs CO

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

23h

About The Position

This temporary, entry-level role helps students learn the restored gospel of Jesus Christ by instructing youth classes. The substitute teacher prepares and presents lessons effectively and may teach more than one class as needed. The position works under the direction of a program administrator and calls for a basic understanding of teaching, learning, and working with youth. The role supports youth and young adults in deepening their conversion to Jesus Christ and His restored gospel, qualifying for the blessings of the temple, and preparing themselves, their families, and others for eternal life with their Father in Heaven.

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 and show genuine empathy, with a commitment to understanding 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.
• Ongoing commitment to 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with a program administrator to learn the gospel.
• Prepare and present lessons effectively to students.
• Assist students in fulfilling their role in the learning process.
• Teach in the Savior’s Way by focusing on Jesus Christ, loving those taught, teaching by the Spirit, teaching the Doctrine, and inviting diligent learning.
• Create learning experiences centered on the restored gospel and 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 through student surveys, self-evaluations, and observations from leaders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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