Teacher - Substitute

Archdiocese of St. Louis•Chesterfield, MO

13d

About The Position

Ascension Catholic School is seeking a dependable, flexible, and student-focused Substitute Teacher to provide classroom instruction and supervision when the regularly assigned teacher is absent. The Substitute Teacher supports continuity of learning by following lesson plans and instructional materials, maintaining a structured and positive classroom environment, and keeping students engaged, supported, and safe throughout the school day. The role serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade and requires adapting to varying grade levels, learning needs, and classroom circumstances. The Substitute Teacher collaborates with teachers, administrators, and school staff to maintain consistent classroom expectations and support the overall educational experience. As a member of a Catholic school community, the Substitute Teacher is expected to uphold the mission and values of Catholic education and model respect, compassion, integrity, and commitment to students’ spiritual, academic, social, and personal development.

Requirements

Ability to manage classrooms and support instruction across kindergarten through eighth grade.
Strong classroom management, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow lesson plans, implement classroom expectations, and maintain instructional continuity.
Flexibility, patience, dependability, and ability to adapt to changing classroom needs.
Commitment to student safety, appropriate supervision, and professional conduct.
Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, administrators, and school staff.
Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.
Willingness to comply with applicable school policies, required background screening, and child protection and safe environment training.
Candidates receiving an employment offer must submit to 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 screening deemed necessary; offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Previous teaching, substitute teaching, classroom support, or relevant educational coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow lesson plans, instructional materials, and classroom guidance provided by the regularly assigned teacher.
Deliver assigned lessons and learning activities according to instructional objectives and school expectations.
Support student participation, engagement, and completion of classroom work; adapt instructional approaches to grade levels, learning needs, and classroom circumstances.
Maintain continuity of instruction and communicate relevant classroom information to the regular teacher.
Establish and maintain a structured, positive, respectful, and organized learning environment.
Implement classroom routines, behavior expectations, and school policies consistently; address behavior appropriately and seek administrative assistance when necessary.
Supervise students throughout the school day, including classroom instruction, transitions, and other assigned activities.
Follow school procedures for attendance, student movement, dismissal, emergencies, and other safety-related responsibilities; respond to student concerns and report safety or behavioral issues to appropriate personnel.
Follow school policies, child protection requirements, and professional boundaries.
Collaborate professionally with classroom teachers, specialists, administrators, and other school staff.
Communicate classroom updates, student concerns, behavioral incidents, and other relevant information to appropriate personnel while maintaining discretion with student information.
Follow administrative direction and established school procedures, and assist with additional classroom or school responsibilities as assigned.
Uphold Catholic education’s mission and values; model respect, integrity, compassion, fairness, and responsibility.
Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive, faith-centered school environment and support students’ spiritual, academic, social, and personal development through positive example and professional conduct.