Archdiocese of Chicago·Riverside, Illinois
The substitute teacher is responsible for implementing lesson plans and maintaining a positive, orderly learning environment in the absence of the regular teacher. Key duties include monitoring student safety, tracking attendance, and communicating with school administration and parents.
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The Archdiocese of Chicago is the third largest diocese in the United States and serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 15,000 employees across its ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region’s largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country’s largest seminaries. The Archdiocese’s primary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems.
Substitute teaching in one of the Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic Elementary and Middle Schools is a rewarding experience for anyone who believes in the power of education and the strength of faith. As one of the largest private school systems in the nation with approximately 148 schools across Cook and Lake Counties, we are not just committed to our students’ success, but also your professional and spiritual success.
St. Mary School is seeking dependable, caring, and flexible Substitute Teachers to provide classroom instruction and supervision when regular teachers are absent. This is an on-call position with no guaranteed hours. Assignments are offered based on school needs and substitute availability.
This is an on-call, as-needed position. There are no guaranteed hours. Substitute teachers are contacted based on staffing needs and their availability.
The substitute teacher will monitor students and their learning in the absence of the regularly scheduled teacher. The substitute will maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom while facilitating lesson plans left by the regularly scheduled teacher. A successful candidate will be one who is able to follow direction, hold students accountable, and is enthusiastic about education and learning.
Implement regularly scheduled teacher’s lesson plans and instructions or consult with principal or other relevant staff if lesson plan is not provided.
Maintain a clean, respectful, and orderly classroom, and follow classroom and school procedures as directed by the school.
Maintain records and draft notes on attendance, pertinent inquiries, and incidents.
Follow and enforce rules, policies, and procedures of both the classroom and the school campus.
Ensure the safety of students.
Working with a diverse student population for all grade-levels
Communicate comfortably (written and orally) with students, parents/guardians, administrators, and others.
Actively support the mission of the school
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Substitute $135.00 per day, Substitute with PEL $150.00 per day. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.
Market context
Illinois substitute teacher roles are typically in steady demand because schools need flexible coverage for daily absences and short-term staffing gaps. These openings can be competitive when districts require an Associate’s degree or 60+ credit hours, student experience, and a valid Illinois Substitute Teaching or Paraprofessional license; reimbursement for licensure can help offset that barrier. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your transcript, experience, and license status before applying.
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