Demo

Substitute Teacher

Archdiocese of St. Louis
Festus, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/22/2026
Festus, MO, US, 63028-1543

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Summary

A Substitute Teacher is responsible for teaching and supervising students in the absence of the regular teacher. They must follow lesson plans, manage classroom behavior, and ensure the safety and well-being of students. The substitute teacher helps maintain continuity in the educational process and may work across various grade levels and subject areas.

Job Responsibilities

Classroom Instruction:

  • Follow the lesson plan provided by the absent teacher or school administration.
  • Deliver instructional content to students using appropriate materials, tools, and resources.
  • Adapt lessons and activities as needed to meet the diverse needs of students.

Classroom Management

  • Maintain a safe, respectful, and productive classroom environment.
  • Enforce school rules and policies to ensure smooth class operations.
  • Manage student behavior and address disruptions using appropriate methods.

Student Engagement

  • Actively engage students in learning activities to promote participation.
  • Provide guidance and support to help students understand the material.

Assessments And Feedback

  • Monitor student progress and provide feedback according to the lesson plan.
  • Administer quizzes, tests, and assessments as required.
  • Submit completed work and any necessary reports to the regular teacher or school administration.

Communication

  • Communicate effectively with students, school staff, and administrators.
  • Report any issues or incidents during the day, such as conflicts or accidents, to the appropriate personnel.

Safety And Well-being

  • Ensure the physical and emotional safety of students at all times.
  • Follow any specific health, safety, or emergency protocols as required by the school.

Job Requirements

Education: High school diploma required; a Bachelor's degree in education or a related field preferred.

Licensing/Certification: A teaching certification or substitute teacher permit may be required.

Experience: Prior teaching or classroom experience preferred but not always required.

Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage classroom behavior effectively.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to work in different educational settings.
  • Basic understanding of classroom technology and instructional tools.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Salary.com Estimation for Substitute Teacher in Festus, MO
$31,448 to $41,898
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs with skills like those required for the Substitute Teacher.

Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.

  • Business Process Modeling/Improvement Skill

    • Income Estimation: $110,005 - $151,211
    • Income Estimation: $120,579 - $150,794
  • Child Psychology Skill

    • Income Estimation: $50,588 - $84,039
    • Income Estimation: $52,901 - $76,745
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Archdiocese of St. Louis

  • Archdiocese of St. Louis St Louis, MO
  • LEARN MORE & APPLY - https://careers.archstl.org/job/St-Louis-Coordinator-of-Events-MO-63119-5738/1360010300/ SUMMARY The Office of Youth Ministry of the A... more
  • 16 Days Ago

  • Archdiocese of St. Louis Perryville, MO
  • Perryville, MO, US, 63775-1367 The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our chil... more
  • 16 Days Ago

  • Archdiocese of St. Louis St Louis, MO
  • St Louis, MO, US, 63119-4330 The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis are... more
  • 16 Days Ago

  • Archdiocese of St. Louis St Louis, MO
  • St Louis, MO, US, 63130-1943 Good Shepherd Children & Family Services provides the highest quality foster care and treatment foster care, adoption, expecta... more
  • 16 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Substitute Teacher jobs in the Festus, MO area that may be a better fit.

  • Sub Teacher Source Saint Louis, MO
  • Why Sub Teacher Source : Are you passionate about teaching and making a difference in the education system? Sub Teacher Source is seeking dedicated Substit... more
  • 24 Days Ago

  • Archdiocese of St. Louis Eureka, MO
  • Eureka, MO, US, 63025-1949 The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.... more
  • 17 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!