Cristo Rey Network·San Jose, California
The In-House Substitute Teacher provides consistent daily classroom coverage and instructional continuity while serving as a positive role model. Additionally, the role involves providing one-on-one or small group academic support and supervising students during non-instructional times.
CRSJ VISION Through a culture of joyful learning, Cristo Rey San José celebrates and develops students’ unique gifts as they encounter God’s love and become leaders who shape society with and for others.
CRSJ MISSION Cristo Rey San José is a Jesuit, Catholic college-prep high school where students of any faith commit to a rigorous curriculum and professional work experience. Students realize their inherent potential and prepare to complete a post-secondary education that will set them on a path toward a sustainable, fulfilling future. Through the Ignatian charism of cura personalis, students facing barriers to opportunity become leaders filled with passion, purpose, confidence and conscience.
The primary responsibility of the In-House Substitute Teacher is to be a positive role model and provide classroom instruction to the students at Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School. The In-House Substitute Teacher provides consistent daily coverage for absent teachers, ensuring instructional continuity. When not providing coverage in the classroom, the In-House Substitute Teacher provides additional student support as assigned.
This position reports to the Director of Teacher and Learning.
Personally modeling and simultaneously empowering students to live out Ignatian values of faith, service, and commitment to social justice. Instilling in students the growth mindset of the harder you work, the more your intelligence grows Promoting and assessing student ownership of learning by developing students’ self-discipline, study skills, persistence, and delayed gratification Fostering a classroom culture of respect, honesty, and integrity Developing meaningful opportunities in class for student leadership and growth of self-confidence Incorporating reading and writing skills daily Creating opportunities for students to utilize complex reasoning strategies and problem-solving skills Consistently engages in work with positivity and adapts to the student and institutional needs with openness Reinforcing professionalism and Corporate Work Study Program skills like precision and accuracy, computing, and time management Teaching key content knowledge for the given subject
Planning, Teaching, and Supervising Provide one-on-one or small group support to students in the classroom, under the supervision of the teacher Assist in implementing student accommodation plans and other specialized learning strategies for students with disabilities or other learning needs Support students with academic tasks, such as note-taking, reading, and completing assignments Provide additional support during classroom activities, projects, and tests Collaborate with teachers and other staff members to assess and track student progress Maintain confidentiality regarding students’ personal and academic information
Classroom Management Monitor students’ behavior, ensuring they are engaged and following classroom rules to ensure maximum learning Help in the implementation of classroom management strategies to maintain a productive and respectful classroom environment Provide academic support or tutoring if necessary Support teachers’ classroom expectations with measures of student accountability
Support and/or supervise students during breakfast, lunch, and after school Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and other required school activities
EXPECTATIONS Required to use a work computer throughout the day Returns phone calls and emails within 24 hours Frequently communicates with students and colleagues throughout the day Work will be performed from campus Performs any other duties that may be assigned by the substitute coordinator Weekly check-in w/ Substitute coordinator
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Will move throughout campus during the day May occasionally have to lift up to 20 - pounds
Education Bachelor’s degree or higher in the field related to teaching assignments Training or experience in education - Preferred
Skills and Abilities Broad knowledge and experience in the teaching field Excellent skills in both oral and written communication Ability to follow detailed lesson plans Familiarity with Google, Google classroom, and PowerSchool or interest in learning
Core Characteristics Classroom management skills Ability to work under pressure and in a fast pace environment Ability to keep confidential information Energetic, flexible, and resourceful Leadership and mentoring skills Able to understand, care, love, and relate to the students
$27-$35/hour based on education and experience levels Non - Exempt, hourly Positions 75% and above are eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Employees’ premiums are covered for medical, dental and vision at 100% and dependents at 50% if elected. Benefits eligible employees may also enroll in the group voluntary retirement plan – 403b
TO APPLY Complete application through application system on Cristo Rey website. Click on the desired teaching position to access the desired application. https://www.cristoreysanjose.org/employment
We understand that not all candidates will meet every qualification and believe that diverse experiences and backgrounds are valuable. We value potential and willingness to learn, so if you’re passionate about this role and think you would be able to excel, we encourage you to apply.
NON-DISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY Cristo Rey San Jose is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal employment opportunity laws. Employment decisions will not be made on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age or sexual orientation, military or veteran status or political affiliation. Employment decisions based on religious preferences and other religious needs may be made in accordance with applicable law. Cristo Rey also prohibits discrimination on the basis of these protected classifications.
Candidates are required to hold at least a bachelor's degree and possess strong classroom management and communication skills. Experience in an educational setting is preferred, along with familiarity with digital classroom tools like Google Classroom and PowerSchool.
Market context
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