Substitute Teacher

Primary Function

Under the direction of the school principal, the teacher supports the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the Diocese of Tucson in their mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic School environment. The teacher shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching both academically and behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Give evidence of living Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of a personal faith journey; strive to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
• Help build the School’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in, and help plan, School religious and service activities.
• Lead and participate in classroom prayer daily.
• Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement and achieve academic goals and objectives as adopted by the School, along with a Catholic religious curriculum as articulated by the School.
• Demonstrate competence in teaching by demonstrating current, thorough knowledge of the academic and religious curriculum as specified, and be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning.
• Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently, clearly, and effectively evaluate student progress.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.
• Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• Cope with School and Diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
• Specific attention will be given toward prompt attendance at scheduled faculty trainings and meetings.
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing School policies and regulations. Maintain confidentiality of information; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Coordination and manual dexterity
• Normal mental and visual capabilities
• The ability to lift as required in a normal office environment

Specific Attention

• Walking
• Sitting
• Standing
• Stooping
• Reaching
• Talking
• Holding
• Carrying
• Keyboarding

Required Activities

• Communications skills including written, oral, public speaking, and presentation skills
• Human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; willingness and ability to learn new technology (i.e. interactive white boards); ability to maintain confidentiality
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment

Basic Qualifications

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church
• If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
• Excellent communications skills including written, oral, public speaking, and presentation skills
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; willingness and ability to learn new technology (i.e. interactive white boards); ability to maintain confidentiality
• Complete a criminal history and background check
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Certified by the State of Arizona as a Substitute Teacher with renewal per state law
• Level I of the Diocesan Ministry Certification with renewal every three years