Biology Teacher (Short Term Substitute Teacher)

Company : St. Thomas High School

Job Description - Biology Teacher (Short Term Substitute Teacher)

Title:               Biology Teacher (Short Term Substitute Teacher)
Year:               2026
Supervisor:     Principal
St. Thomas High School and Dean of Science Department
FLSA:             Exempt

The position includes duties as classroom teacher Biology curriculum implementor and active contributor to the overall growth of students at St. Thomas High School.

MISSION, VALUES AND SENSE OF COMMUNITY

Ensures that the mission and values of the St. Thomas High School are upheld within the department.
Gives witness to integrity and respect while representing St. Thomas High School in the broader community.
Engages and becomes part of the St. Thomas High School community.
Serves all St. Thomas families with compassion and respect.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CHARACTERISTICS
This position requires a professional who:

Holds a bachelor’s degree or above.
Has a minimum 24 hours of college level biology or life science courses.
Has completed 12 credit hours in education courses or holds a valid state teaching certificate.
Is passionate about teaching life science and science skills to young men.
Supports and implements the philosophy of Catholic education.
Participates in building faith community.
Serves as a content expert and seeks out opportunities to expand his or her knowledge.
Thrives on a collaborative team which promotes daily brainstorming and creative thinking.
Exhibits a growth mindset and continually improve the way he or she operates.
Masters diverse teaching styles and thoughtfully selects the appropriate teaching style for the material and students.
Often works as a co-learner in the classroom, allowing for student-led questioning and discussion and student-developed assignments.
Assigns homework intentionally, sometimes asking students to recall or apply information but often asking them to analyze, evaluate or create.
Embraces classroom technology and uses it as a tool for learning (Microsoft products, Google apps and classroom functionality such as SmartBoards or other interactive white boards).
Provides Dean of Science Department with any concerns over planned units, and is able to be flexible with weekly lesson plans that align curriculum, instruction and assessment, and integrates technology into the curriculum.
Uses instructional time efficiently and effectively.
Builds appropriate and professional mentorship relationships with students.
Values student and teacher wellness.
Follow directives of the principal and regulations as set forth in the school employee handbook.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND CHARACTERISTICS

Advanced degree (life sciences)
Prior teaching experience high school or college level.

SUPERVISION

Receives immediate supervision from the Dean of Science Department at St. Thomas High School and school wide organizational support from the Instructional Leadership Team at St. Thomas High School.

FUNCTION STATEMENT
Essential and important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Teach 5 sections of Biology in a Catholic college preparatory environment.
This is a temporary position that would start on April 15.
Proctor a section of study hall and/or section of substitute coverage.
Actively access professional development materials and evolve / improve curriculum.
Excitedly take on responsibilities above and beyond typical classroom duties.
Normal duties required of all faculty members as outlined in employment contract.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by individuals in this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of individuals in this job classification. All job classifications may have miscellaneous job duties assigned on an as needed basis. Management, at the appropriate level, retains the right to assign and change the duties of any position at any time.

How to Apply
Please go to the St. Thomas High School website at www.sths.org/about/careers/. Submit your application, resume, and cover letter on our website.

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A Catholic College Preparatory School for Young Men in Grades 9-12. Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.

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