About the Role
St. Ignatius Martyr Catholic School is seeking a Substitute Teacher to assist the classroom teacher in guiding and evaluating student learning within the school's mission. The role involves preparing materials, supporting students, and facilitating learning activities as defined by the teacher. The principal hires and evaluates this position.
Responsibilities
- Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
- Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
- Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
- Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
- Communicates effectively with students, parents, and other professionals
- Monitors and assists individual students in small instructional groups to support learning activities
- Supervises students at all times, including lunch, recess, and routine movement
- Performs clerical tasks, and prepares instructional materials and bulletin boards as indicated by the classroom teacher
- Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration
- Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
- Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy
- Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning
- Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs
- Ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues in an instructional setting
- Ability to follow directions and handle multiple tasks
- Possesses proficient technology skills
Requirements
- Must submit an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Application for Ministry within the first week of employment
- Must participate in an EIM Basic abuse prevention training workshop within 30 days of submitting a complete Application for Ministry
- Must maintain EIM compliance during the entire term of employment
- All employees must adhere to the Catholic Schools Standards of Conduct, the Diocese of Austin EIM policies, and the social, ethical, and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as interpreted by the Bishop of Austin.
Skills
- Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
- Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
- Able to work well with others in the school community
- Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
- Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
- Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
- Skill in job-appropriate technology
- Skill in critical thinking and planning
- Proficient technology skills
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-time
- Substitute
Experience Level
- None required
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
About the Company
- Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations.
- Pastors, presidents, and principals serve as school leaders to make Christ's mission present and enduring in the schools.
- Positions employed in this School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description.
- The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church.
Equal Opportunity
- Texas is an “at-will” employment state.
