Substitute Teacher

Come substitute with us! We are looking to expand our substitute list at St. Patrick and offer a school community that expects our students to cultivate the virtues of Christ. We have high expectations for behavior for our students in a loving family atmosphere. When the teacher is not able to teacher the class for the day, we need dependable educators who can fill the gap. This position would be ideal for aspiring teachers, teachers taking a gap in their career, and for retired teachers. We also welcome other candidates with a bachelor's degree.

Position Description 
Title:                                              Substitute
Reports to:                                   Vice Principal and Teacher
Hours:                                           General Availability Monday-Friday from 7:00-3:30
Salary:                                           Based on Experience. Starts at $14.50/hour 

 Responsibilities:

1. Work closely with absent teacher to ensure continuity
2. Maintain classroom discipline
3. Supervise students to ensure physical, emotional, and social safety
4. Cover all teacher's duties and responsibilities
5. Provide a report to the teacher of student behavior and work
6. Communicate with parents when necessary
7. Alert Principal or Vice Principal to any needs including support with student behavior if necessary

Responsibilities of all teachers

1. Responsible for conducting an organized and professional classroom.
2. Implements curriculum and instruction in a manner consistent with St. Patrick’s  Mission Statement, including understanding, modeling and fostering independent thinking skills, creative problem solving and abstract reasoning.
3. Shows empathy and understanding of students.
4. Develops with parents and students a cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and objectivity; including open communication.
5. Assesses student performance frequently and objectively.
6. Facilitates resolution of problems that might arise with students and parents.
7. Holds parent/student/teacher conferences (if needed) in a manner consistent with St. Patrick’s Faculty Handbook.
8. Develops and places into operation appropriate rules and consequences.
9. Follows Faculty Handbook policies and Diocese of Nashville Human Resource policies.

1.  A Christian witness in both private and public life
2. Bachelors (or actively pursuing a Bachelors)
   
3. Strong Classroom Management Skills
4. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
5. Technology skills and ability to integrate technology into the instructional experiences
6. Open to subbing both as a teacher and as an aide
7. Willingness to be scheduled the morning of the assignment if necessary

PREFERRED:

1. Active Catholic
2. Current Teaching License
3. Experience in the classroom