Description
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Under the supervision of the principal at St. Michael the Archangel High School, the substitute teacher is a person of faith who strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education; assumes responsibility for the management and instruction of the students in a particular class while the classroom teacher is absent; follows and implements the instructional program according to directions provided by the classroom teacher and/or principal to meet the needs of the students; maintains detailed and accurate records as required by the school; establishes positive and appropriate relationships; performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.
III. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education:
- Embraces and models the Catholic philosophy of education.
- Promotes and lives gospel values and Catholic moral teaching.
- Upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Provides opportunities for faith development of students in the classroom to prepare them for life in today’s Church and society.
- Can articulate and give evidence of Catholic living by the example of their lives.
Assumes responsibility for the management of the classes assigned:
- Follows the lesson plan(s) of the classroom teacher in his/her absence.
- Provides a positive learning environment.
- Supervises and provides for the safety, welfare, and care of the students while they are in school.
- Emphasizes a Catholic community within the classroom and the entire school community.
- Teaches in accordance with diocesan and local policies as well as appropriate state laws.
- Shows respect for all individuals and fairness in dealing with students and parents.
- Meets deadlines with official classroom reports, attendance, and statistics as required by the principal.
- Includes all students in presentation and discussions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Must demonstrate personal self-discipline, be adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations.
- Must use good judgment in daily encounters.
- Must use verbal and written language correctly.
- Must demonstrate an appropriate sense of humor.
- Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress at all times as stated in the faculty handbook.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
- Preference given to Catholic substitute teacher.
- Must be willing to make a public Profession of Faith if Catholic and if non–Catholic willing to support Catholic teachings and philosophy.
- Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 60 credit hours, or high school diploma with completion of DESE state approved 20-hours online training course.
Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, and sign and acknowledge the Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Code of Conduct prior to hire. Please view the EIM at www.kcsjcatholic.org. Completion of Protecting God’s Children training is required soon after hire.
