Substitute Teachers - Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle - Lanham Maryland

Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington • Lanham, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle in Lanham Maryland is hiring Substitute Teachers for the 2026-27 school year. The Substitute teachers will report to the Principal and the hourly pay rate is $20 per hour. The Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle is seeking dependable and enthusiastic Substitute Teachers to join our substitute pool for the 2026–2027 school year. Substitute teachers provide classroom coverage for faculty absences in Pre-K through Grade 8. Responsibilities include following teacher lesson plans, maintaining a safe and positive classroom environment, supporting student learning, and upholding school policies and expectations. Applicants should enjoy working with children, demonstrate strong communication and classroom management skills, and be willing to support the mission and values of a Catholic school community.

Requirements

• Understanding of appropriate teaching methods for students in the corresponding grade level
• Willingness and ability to work with students of the specified age group who come from diverse backgrounds and have varying abilities, in order to help them achieve their educational objectives
• Capability to organize tasks and manage time effectively in order to meet numerous and diverse deadlines; ability to handle both small and large groups of students in a classroom setting; and skill in effectively communicating with students, even on sensitive topics
• Familiarity with assistive technologies, internet and email systems, as well as word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software
• Knowledge of technology and their use in instruction to enhance student learning
• Proficiency in using various office and video equipment

Nice To Haves

• Dependable and enthusiastic
• Enjoy working with children
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Willing to support the mission and values of a Catholic school community

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the acquisition of knowledge, development, and progress of students.
• Displays knowledge in multiple subject areas and shows a desire to become proficient in all areas of the curriculum.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed