Catholic Substitute Teacher

About the role

We are seeking a part-time Substitute teacher to teach in a classical and Catholic classroom for up to 14 hours per week, as needed. The substitute is called when staff are out sick, but can always decline if not available on a particular day.

Regina Caeli Academy (RCA) is a classical homeschool academy in the Catholic tradition, offering instruction in a formal Socratic classroom setting on Mondays and Thursdays. Positions are hourly, and childcare/nursery is provided.

Requirements

• No teaching certification or formal teaching experience required; we will train you.
• Must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and have a deep love for the Catholic faith.
• Must be living the Catholic faith day-to-day, including having received all the sacraments appropriate to your state in life.
• Must pass a background check and complete RCA Safe Child training prior to teaching.
• Must be available to attend one mandatory training day on August 6 or 10, 2026 (8am–5pm; no childcare provided, nursing babies welcome).

Qualifications

The right applicant may have experience in any of the following (though not required):

• Homeschooling or working with homeschool children
• Ministry in your Catholic parish
• Teaching Religious Education or Catechism classes
• Teaching your own children
• Teaching in a classical or private school

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Good organization and timeliness
• Traditional view of the student/teacher relationship

Schedule

• Hours: Mondays and Thursdays, 8:45am – 3:15pm (as needed)
• No additional vacation days are given; accommodations made for sick days as needed.