Oaks Christian School·Westlake Village, California
The substitute teacher is responsible for maintaining a disciplined, Christian learning environment and executing lesson plans faithfully. They must manage classroom organization, prepare student reports, and collaborate with staff and parents.
Elementary Substitute Teacher Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Category 8 “True Christianity is contagious. It is caught more easily than it is imparted. More than any other faith it is mirrored in the life of the believer. And in school it must obviously be caught from the teachers, for they are the pattern for the students. The contact between [student and teacher] must be unusually close, closer than in most private schools…” Frank Gaebelein General: Each teacher at Oaks Christian School will incorporate into their teaching a worldview that is distinctly Christian (see OCS – A Christian Worldview), and will also demonstrate excellent teaching, learning, thinking and expression. It is also assumed that a teacher has scholarly abilities in the area in which they teach and that each teacher will diligently work toward helping students become independent and confident learners. Each classroom teacher is directly accountable to the chair of his/her department, the academic dean and ultimately the headmaster. Primary Duties: Spiritual Commitment and Growth · Has a dynamic, growing faith and is a spiritual role model for students · Maintains a commitment to the school’s Statement of Faith in action and belief · Helps maintain an atmosphere of grace at OCS Professional Growth · Commits to expertise and growth in discipline, content and methodology · Maintains professional reading (books and journals) · Attends at least one conference per year · Learns and applies technology as appropriate Classroom Management · Maintains a disciplined learning environment within the classroom, which is built out of respect, grace and passion for subject · Is available to students and parents before and after school and during advisory periods Course Management · Maintains a challenging academic environment · Maintains organization plan for each assigned course (subject matter outline, daily lesson plans, etc.) · As a minimum, remains faithful to course outline as indicated in the curriculum guide and enriches curriculum when possible · Uses technology to enhance student learning and achievement · Responsible to prepare grade reports, progress reports, attendance reports and other such reports in accordance with school policy. · Executes all duties in a timely manner (holds class on time, meets deadlines, etc.) · Helps maintain a collegial, educational environment throughout the campus Professional Responsibilities and Duties · Maintains a ‘team player’ attitude and willingly collaborates · Maintains diligent communication with parents · Maintains cordial, professional relationships with all students, staff, parents and community members · Faithfully completes reasonable extra duty assignments (event supervision, etc)
Candidates must have a dynamic Christian faith and a commitment to the school's Statement of Faith. They are expected to demonstrate scholarly ability in their teaching area and a commitment to professional growth.
Market context
California elementary substitute teaching roles are often in steady demand because schools need flexible coverage for teacher absences and schedule gaps. These positions can be competitive when they require alignment with a school’s faith-based mission, scholarly ability, and a commitment to professional growth. Review the school’s Statement of Faith closely and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page with the original posting to save research time before applying.