Long Term First Grade Substitute Teacher at Holy Cross School

Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington•Garrett Park, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Holy Cross School is seeking a Long Term Substitute Teacher for a First Grade position. This role involves contributing to the academic, developmental, and faith-based growth of students. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge across multiple subject areas, a positive attitude towards teaching and professional growth, and a strong belief in their students' potential. The substitute teacher will serve as a role model, prioritize student well-being, and effectively manage classroom activities while adhering to school procedures.

Requirements

Knowledge of instruction in teaching, writing, phonics, and mathematics to young students.
Understanding of appropriate teaching methods for students in First Grade.
Willingness and ability to work with students in First Grade who come from diverse backgrounds and have varying abilities to help them achieve their educational objectives.
Capability to organize tasks and manage time effectively to meet numerous and diverse deadlines.
Ability to handle both small and large groups of students in a classroom setting.
Skill in effectively communicating with students.
Familiarity with assistive technologies, internet and email systems, as well as word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software.
Knowledge of technology and its use in instruction to enhance student learning.
Proficiency in the use of technology.
Must pass a background check with fingerprinting.
Must complete Virtus Safety training.

Responsibilities

Contributes to the acquisition of knowledge, development, Catholic Faith, and progress of students.
Displays knowledge in multiple subject areas and shows a desire to become proficient in all areas of the curriculum.
Works well with young children.
Maintains a positive attitude towards student learning, teaching methods, and personal/professional growth as a group.
Shows a strong belief in their own abilities and takes responsibility for their students' outcomes while advocating for them.
Efficiently operates within existing educational systems and has faith in their students' potential to succeed.
Facilitates problem-solving activities.
Serves as a role model for students.
Invests in the well-being, health, and safety of learners.
Demonstrates the ability to quickly learn and communicate various subjects while following school procedures and protocols.
Provides instruction in teaching, writing, phonics, and mathematics to young students.
Utilizes appropriate teaching methods for students in First Grade.
Works with students from diverse backgrounds and varying abilities to help them achieve their educational objectives.
Organizes tasks and manages time effectively to meet numerous and diverse deadlines.
Handles both small and large groups of students in a classroom setting.
Effectively communicates with students.
Utilizes technology in instruction to enhance student learning.