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 50000 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
Immaculate Conception Catholic School Union is seeking a Preschool Substitute Teacher to provide a nurturing safe and developmentally supportive learning environment for children ages 35 when the regular classroom teacher is absent. This role involves following established lesson plans supporting early childhood growth maintaining classroom routines and ensuring the wellbeing of each child.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow lesson plans and daily routines provided by the preschool teacher or school staff.
- Use ageappropriate playbased activities to support early literacy numeracy motor skills social development and independence.
- Encourage creativity and exploration through storytelling singing handson activities centers and guided play.
- Adapt activities to meet the developmental needs and learning styles of individual children.
- Maintain a warm respectful and structured classroom environment that fosters emotional social and behavioral growth.
- Establish and reinforce consistent routines including transitions cleanup and quiet time.
- Use positive behaviorguidance strategies to support appropriate behavior and gently redirect misbehavior.
- Promote cooperation participation and positive peer interactions.
- Provide encouragement emotional support and individual attention as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma required; coursework or a degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred.
- A substitute teaching permit may be required depending on local regulations.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
- Prior experience working with preschoolaged children in a childcare classroom or daycare setting strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated patience warmth and a nurturing approach to working with young children.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow routines maintain structure and adapt to the needs of an active early childhood classroom.
- Basic understanding of child development and ageappropriate instructional strategies.
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formationis 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.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check Family Care Safety Registration drug screen employment and educational licensure/certification verification health screening and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.
Required Experience:
IC
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 it...
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 50000 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
Immaculate Conception Catholic School Union is seeking a Preschool Substitute Teacher to provide a nurturing safe and developmentally supportive learning environment for children ages 35 when the regular classroom teacher is absent. This role involves following established lesson plans supporting early childhood growth maintaining classroom routines and ensuring the wellbeing of each child.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow lesson plans and daily routines provided by the preschool teacher or school staff.
- Use ageappropriate playbased activities to support early literacy numeracy motor skills social development and independence.
- Encourage creativity and exploration through storytelling singing handson activities centers and guided play.
- Adapt activities to meet the developmental needs and learning styles of individual children.
- Maintain a warm respectful and structured classroom environment that fosters emotional social and behavioral growth.
- Establish and reinforce consistent routines including transitions cleanup and quiet time.
- Use positive behaviorguidance strategies to support appropriate behavior and gently redirect misbehavior.
- Promote cooperation participation and positive peer interactions.
- Provide encouragement emotional support and individual attention as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma required; coursework or a degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred.
- A substitute teaching permit may be required depending on local regulations.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
- Prior experience working with preschoolaged children in a childcare classroom or daycare setting strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated patience warmth and a nurturing approach to working with young children.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow routines maintain structure and adapt to the needs of an active early childhood classroom.
- Basic understanding of child development and ageappropriate instructional strategies.
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formationis 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.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check Family Care Safety Registration drug screen employment and educational licensure/certification verification health screening and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.
Required Experience:
IC
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