Substitute

General Position Summary

Principal Accountabilities

Typical Decisions and/or Recommendations Made in This Position

Supervision Given and/or Received

Internal Contacts

External Contacts

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• This position works in a typical school environment but is subject to stress due to the evolving and quickly expanding needs of the Diocese, tight deadlines and moderate workloads.
• Ability to sit and perform computer work for lengthy periods of time.
• Able to access and maintain centralized departmental files. Involves extending arms and reaching files stored in multiple levels on shelves, climbing up a stepladder to access files.
• Ability to accept work interruptions while remaining focused on duties.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance and up to 60 pounds with assistance.
• Required to work some nights and weekends
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
• Required to teach per school schedule
• Required to work in standard classroom and school conditions
• Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion
• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading
• Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather

Travel Requirements

• Infrequent travel, by car, may be required to Diocese Parishes and/or schools.

Education and Experience Preferred

Knowledge and Skills Preferred

• Demonstrates a passion for working with children and fostering their holistic development.
• Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods/strategies, and curriculum Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
• Differentiation in target languages
• Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior
• Able to manage student behavior in classroom setting
• Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form in both targeted language(s)
• Able to work well with others in the school community
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction
• 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
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn.
• Demonstrated history of good judgement.
• Demonstrated aptitude for adaptability and flexibility.
• Works well in a team setting.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Microsoft Office 365 / Intermediate to advanced capabilities with a heavy emphasis in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Demonstrated professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to honor and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to receive, understand, retain, and complete verbal and written tasks.
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
• Ability to work well with people from a diverse variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to skillset to listen empathetically, make peace, and de-escalate.
• FLSA Designation: Exempt, (FT, PT or OCC), on-site. Hours align with school operating hours and may include additional responsibilities such as faculty meetings, professional development, and school events.