Archdiocese of St. Louis·Saint Louis County, Missouri
The substitute teacher is responsible for implementing lesson plans, supervising students across various school areas, and maintaining a positive and orderly classroom environment. They also provide support to students and assist with administrative tasks to ensure the continuity of the educational experience.
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 is responsible for following lesson plans provided by the regular teacher, supervising students, maintaining classroom order, and supporting student learning and engagement throughout the school day.
The ideal candidate demonstrates flexibility, professionalism, patience, and a genuine interest in working with children in a Catholic school setting.Job Responsibilities
Assist the classroom teacher with lesson plans, instructional activities, and daily classroom routines.
Provide support to individual students and small groups as directed by the classroom teacher.
Supervise students in the classroom, hallways, cafeteria, playground, and other school areas as assigned.
Maintain a positive, orderly, respectful, and nurturing classroom environment.
Encourage appropriate student behavior consistent with school expectations and Catholic values.
Assist with attendance, classroom records, student materials, and other administrative tasks as needed.
Help prepare, organize, and maintain classroom materials and learning areas.
Communicate effectively with the classroom teacher, administration, and staff regarding student needs or concerns.
Support students across different grade levels, subject areas, and classroom routines as needed.
Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of students at all times.
Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, staff, and school matters.
Follow all diocesan, school, health, safety, and emergency procedures and policies.
Job Requirements
Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred.
Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow lesson plans, teacher directions, and school procedures.
Patient, dependable, flexible, compassionate, and professional demeanor.
Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, faculty, staff, and families.
Commitment to supporting the Catholic mission, values, and educational philosophy of the school.
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.
Candidates should have previous experience working with children or in an educational setting and possess strong communication and organizational skills. A commitment to supporting the Catholic mission and values of the school is required, along with the ability to pass a comprehensive pre-employment screening.
Market context
Substitute teacher roles in Missouri are often in steady demand because schools need flexible coverage for daily absences and short-term staffing gaps. This role can be competitive when districts look for candidates with strong classroom management, clear communication, and a teaching certification or substitute permit, especially when a bachelor’s degree in education is preferred. Review the district’s permit requirements early and compare the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting.