Teacher - Preschool

Archdiocese of St. Louis•Saint Charles, MO

15d

About The Position

The Substitute Teacher supports the mission and Catholic identity of Immaculate Conception Catholic School by providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for students when the regular classroom teacher is absent. The role maintains classroom routines, supports instructional activities, and promotes student learning, positive behavior, and spiritual growth. The ideal candidate is dependable, flexible, and committed to fostering a welcoming, faith-filled environment rooted in Catholic values. The position supports instruction by implementing teacher-provided lesson plans and materials, assisting students individually and in small groups, monitoring engagement, and supporting classroom accommodations and behavior plans as directed. It also helps maintain an orderly classroom, supervises students during school activities, follows safety procedures, and communicates relevant information and concerns to teachers or administrators. The Substitute Teacher works cooperatively with teachers, administrators, and other school personnel; follows the direction of the Principal and classroom teachers; maintains confidentiality; and demonstrates professionalism, reliability, flexibility, and sound judgment. Candidates receiving an offer must complete required pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary. Offers are contingent on successful completion of required screening.

Requirements

Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Immaculate Conception Catholic School.
Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and families.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Patience, flexibility, sound judgment, and a positive approach to working with children.
Ability to follow lesson plans and teacher direction, maintain student confidentiality, and support established school policies and procedures.
Ability to manage classroom routines and maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
Ability to respond appropriately to students' varied academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.

Nice To Haves

A Catholic faith background is preferred.
Previous experience working in an educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate Christian values and serve as a positive role model for students.
Uphold the teachings of the Catholic Church and the expectations in the school's Christian Witness Statement.
Contribute to a welcoming, respectful, and faith-filled school community and support the school's mission and Catholic identity through professional conduct and interactions.
Implement lesson plans, instructional materials, and classroom activities provided by the regular classroom teacher.
Explain directions, answer questions, assist students, encourage engagement and participation, and support completion of assigned tasks.
Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce instruction and support learning activities.
Support classroom accommodations, behavior strategies, and behavior management plans as directed, including plans developed through the CARE Team process.
Accompany and supervise students during special area classes and provide support as needed.
Adapt to classroom needs while maintaining instructional continuity and established learning expectations.
Maintain a structured, positive, and respectful classroom environment; establish and reinforce routines, expectations, and school policies.
Assist with preparing instructional materials and organizing classroom activities; help keep the classroom orderly and welcoming.
Complete assigned classroom responsibilities and communicate relevant information to the regular classroom teacher.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Principal or designated school personnel.
Supervise and support students during lunch, recess, transitions, and other assigned activities.
Assist with morning drop-off and afternoon dismissal procedures as needed.
Promote student safety, appropriate behavior, and positive interactions throughout the school day.
Follow school policies and procedures for student supervision, safety, conduct, and emergency response.
Communicate student concerns, behavioral incidents, or observed needs to the appropriate teacher or administrator.
Maintain appropriate supervision and professional boundaries.
Work cooperatively with classroom teachers, administrators, and other school personnel to support student needs and school goals.
Follow the direction of the Principal and classroom teachers.
Maintain confidentiality regarding student information, educational records, and school matters.
Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, flexibility, and sound judgment.
Provide the regular classroom teacher with relevant feedback regarding student participation, classroom activities, and concerns arising during the assignment.