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Archdiocese of St. Louis·O’Fallon, Missouri
Teacher - Substitute
The substitute teacher provides classroom instruction and supervision by following lesson plans and maintaining classroom routines. They are responsible for ensuring a safe, respectful, and faith-centered learning environment while managing student behavior.
The Archdiocese of St.
Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St.
Louis area.
Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St.
Louis.Job Summary The Substitute Teacher provides classroom instruction and supervision in the absence of the regular teacher.
In a Catholic school setting, the Substitute Teacher supports the academic program, maintains classroom routines and expectations, and promotes a safe, respectful, and faith-centered learning environment.Job Responsibilities
Follow lesson plans and instructions provided by the regular teacher.
Provide instruction across assigned subjects and grade levels.
Maintain classroom order and enforce school rules and policies.
Create a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
Take attendance and manage daily classroom routines.
Adapt to different classrooms, subjects, and grade levels as assigned.
Communicate relevant student behavior, academic, or classroom concerns to appropriate school staff.
Supervise students during class, transitions, lunch, recess, dismissal, and other assigned activities.
Support the Catholic identity and mission of the school, including participation in prayer and religious activities as appropriate.
Job Requirements
Valid substitute teaching license or permit, as required by state or diocese.
Experience working with children or adolescents in an educational or supervisory setting preferred.
Ability to follow lesson plans, maintain classroom expectations, and manage student behavior effectively.
Strong communication, judgment, flexibility, and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to supporting the Catholic mission and values of the school.
The Archdiocese of St.
Louis 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 must possess a valid substitute teaching license or permit as required by the state or diocese. Strong communication skills and a commitment to supporting the Catholic mission and values of the school are essential.
Market context
Missouri schools commonly rely on substitute teachers to cover daily absences, so demand can be steady across districts and grade levels. This role is competitive because districts often look for candidates who can step into classrooms quickly, communicate clearly, and manage behavior with confidence; a certification or substitute permit may also be required. Review district-specific permit rules and classroom expectations before applying, and note that the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time.