Long-term Substitute- Kindergarten, St. John Seattle

Long-Term Substitute Position: Kindergarten

St. John School is a fully accredited PreK-Grade 8 school with over 500 students in the Greenwood

neighborhood of Seattle. We have two kindergarten classes each led by a full-time teacher and an

instructional assistant. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree, have at least two years of

experience working with elementary-aged children (preferably in a school setting), and be practicing

Catholics.

The position follows a Monday-Friday schedule from 7:45 AM to 3:30 PM.

Mission Statement

St. John School is a welcoming Catholic community, committed to celebrating diversity and inspiring

moral development, academic excellence, and the courage to act for the common good.

Educational Philosophy

St. John aims to create a vibrant and inclusive community dedicated to educating the whole child. We

are committed to empowering our students to excel academically while nurturing their spirit of

service. By focusing on the holistic development of our students, we strive to cultivate an

environment where each child can grow, thrive and reach their full potential.

Position Overview

St. John School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and faith-filled Long-Term Substitute Teacher for our

Kindergarten classroom. This individual will support the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual

development of our young learners while maintaining continuity in a nurturing, structured

environment rooted in Catholic values.

Key Responsibilites

Curriculum and Instruction:

• Align curriculum with Washington State Standards
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners
• Intregrate faith into daily instruction
• Support early learning in literacy, math, science, social studies, religion and socialemotional
  
  

growth

Classroom Management

• Model and encourage social, emotional skills and regulation
• Manage classroom routines, schedules and materials efficiently
• Maintain positive behavior supports
• Foster a warm, welcoming and developmentally appropriate classroom
  
  

Child Observation And Assessment

• Responsible for formative and summative assessments on a routine basis
• Responsible for facilitating parent conferences at least once a year, more as needed
• Complete report cards three times a year
  
  

Communication And Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with other kindergarten and primary department teachers
• Clear communication and provide direction for instructional assistant
• Timely and clear communication to families
• Collaborate with school administration and student support staff as needed
• Work collaboratively with the Office for Catholic Schools as needed
• Responsible for writing and posting weekly communication letter and lesson plans
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
  
  

Professional Development

• Attend annual in-service training and bi-annual retreats, and professional development
  
  

events

Additional Professional Responsibilities

• Attend weekly staff and department meetings
• Supervise students in various locations, including outdoor recess, field trips, and during
  
  

transitions

Salary

Hourly Rate Range: $39.35-$47.16 depending on experience

Benefits: Not Eligible

Projected Dates

August 2026-May 2027

To Apply

Complete application on Frontline:

Email resume to Principal Abby Mansfield amansfield@st-johnschool.org