8th Grade Literacy & Writing Long Term Sub

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 The Long-Term Substitute for 8th Grade Literacy & Writing is responsible for delivering engaging, standards-aligned instruction that supports students' reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. This role works closely with school administration and faculty to uphold academic expectations and the mission of Catholic education.
Key Responsibilities Deliver established literacy and writing curriculum aligned with grade-level standards
Create engaging lesson plans that promote reading comprehension, writing skills, and literary analysis
Maintain a positive, respectful, and well-managed classroom environment
Assess student work and provide timely feedback
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues as appropriate
Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and assignments
Uphold and model Catholic values in classroom instruction and interactions
Collaborate with administration and faculty to ensure continuity of instruction Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Education, English, or a related field (required)
Teaching certification preferred (or ability to obtain)
Experience teaching middle school literacy or writing strongly preferred
Strong classroom management and communication skills
Ability to effectively engage adolescent learners Preferred Attributes Familiarity with Catholic school environments
Commitment to fostering both academic growth and character development
Flexibility, reliability, and professionalism Reporting Structure
This position reports to the School Principal and works in collaboration with the middle school teaching team. 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. 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.