Substitute Teacher

About the role

The Substitute Teacher provides classroom instruction and supervision when a regular teacher is absent. The substitute follows the teacher’s plans, maintains a safe and orderly learning environment, and supports the academic and faith formation of students at Cristo Rey Richmond High School. Work is performed under the direction of school leadership.

Responsibilities

• Uphold School Culture – uphold the Cristo Rey mission, vision, and values; model professionalism and respect for all students and staff.
• Follow schoolwide routines, behavior expectations, safety procedures, and staff handbook guidelines, including professional dress.
• Supervise students throughout the assigned school day, including classroom transitions, hallways, lunch, Mass, and assemblies when assigned.
• Communicate professionally with students, colleagues, school leadership, and families as directed; protect confidential student information.
• Support the Corporate Work Study Program as an integral part of students’ learning and growth.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Instruction and Classroom Coverage
  • Arrive on time, review the regular teacher’s plans and materials, and seek clarification from school staff when needed.
  • Take attendance accurately and promptly using the school’s designated process.
  • Implement provided lesson plans, assignments, and classroom routines; give clear directions and keep students engaged in assigned work.
  • Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment and respond to behavior in accordance with school procedures; promptly refer serious concerns to school leadership.
  • Provide reasonable support to students with documented learning needs using instructions and accommodations made available for the assignment.
  • Monitor student work and understanding, collect completed assignments, and leave a clear report for the regular teacher about progress, attendance, and any notable concerns.
  • Keep students supervised at all times, follow emergency protocols, and promptly report injuries or safety concerns.
  • Leave the classroom and instructional materials organized at the end of the assignment.

Supervisory responsibility: supervision of students during assigned duties; no employee supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

• Ability to follow lesson plans, communicate directions clearly, and manage a secondary classroom.
• Sound judgment in sensitive and confidential matters; ability to follow school procedures and respond calmly to unexpected situations.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills; ability to work effectively with a diverse school community.
• Basic working knowledge of Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and school technology used for assigned duties.
• Commitment to Catholic college preparatory education and willingness to support the school’s faith‑based culture.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Cristo Rey Richmond High School.
• Sensitivity to students’ ethnic, cultural, racial, and religious backgrounds.
• Education and any licensure or substitute authorization required by school policy and applicable law.
• Experience working with adolescents or in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively, accept feedback, and maintain professional boundaries.