Job Description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Summary

The Substitute Teacher provides classroom instruction and supervision in the absence of the regular classroom teacher, supporting a safe, respectful, and faith‑centered learning environment. This role ensures continuity of instruction while upholding the academic and behavioral expectations of Catholic education.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans and classroom routines left by the regular teacher
• Maintain a structured, respectful, and orderly classroom environment
• Supervise students during instructional periods, transitions, lunch, and recess as assigned
• Uphold school policies, classroom expectations, and behavior management procedures
• Communicate student progress, concerns, or incidents to school administration
• Adapt instruction as needed to meet student learning needs
• Foster positive relationships with students rooted in Catholic values
• Follow all school safety procedures and confidentiality expectations

Schedule

• On‑call, as‑needed basis
• School‑day hours
• Follows the academic school calendar

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Prior experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to adapt quickly and follow written lesson plans
• Professional demeanor and flexibility
• Commitment to Catholic values and educational mission
• Ability to meet all background check and Safe Environment requirements

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

 
Pre-Employment Screening 
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening. 

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