Substitute - Short Term

ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF CORPUS CHRISTI • Corpus Christi, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

St. John Paul II Academy in Corpus Christi, Texas, seeks a part-time Substitute Teacher for grades 9–12. The school’s mission is to prepare students for this life and the next. The role provides instructional support and classroom management when the teacher of record is absent and supports the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Corpus Christi in professional and personal life.

As a position connected to the ministry of the Church, the Substitute Teacher is expected to model Gospel values and the teachings of the Catholic Church, and to participate in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed. The position also includes general professional conduct and organizational expectations, including maintaining confidentiality, representing the Diocese courteously and discreetly, and contributing positively to its mission and culture.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be of the Christian faith.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Must submit to required employment screenings, including a criminal history background check, drug screening, and MVR check.
• Obtain Safe Environment certification through the Office of Safe Environment and Child and Family Resources.
• Adhere to diocesan policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; pace and differentiate instruction; motivate and engage students; organize and present information clearly; use job-appropriate technology; and apply critical thinking and planning.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Effective oral and written communication with students and adults.
• Demonstrates responsibility, competence, and enthusiasm; presents a positive model.
• Willingness to devote necessary time outside the school day to work with students.
• Ability to carry, pull, push, lift, or move objects weighing 10 pounds or more.
• Ability to maintain composure under duress and emotional control under stress.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support and classroom management for students in the absence of the teacher of record.
• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Corpus Christi in professional and personal life.
• Model the teachings of the Catholic Church as a witness to Gospel values.
• Participate in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate a professional attitude as a member of the diocesan staff and maintain confidentiality in matters of the assigned department and the Diocese.
• Represent the Diocese courteously, tactfully, positively, and discreetly in interactions with colleagues and the community.
• Carry out commitments made to diocesan colleagues and the community served, employ professional ethics, and contribute positively to the Diocese’s mission and values.

What This Job Offers

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