Substitute Teacher for Afterschool Programs

Substitute Teacher for Afterschool Programs

St. Catherine's School · Richmond, United States · Part-time · Posted 2026-10-08

Workplace: on_site

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

St. Catherine's School is an Episcopal day school in Richmond, Virginia, founded in 1890, enrolling roughly 950 girls ages 3 through grade 12.  Located on a 16-acre campus in the western part of the city, St. Catherine's core values include pursuing academic excellence, developing character, nurturing spiritual growth, celebrating individuals, and building community. 

St. Catherine's School provides a rigorous education that prepares girls with diverse perspectives for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and service in a global community.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Substitute Teacher for Afterschool Programs is an educational professional who replaces regular teachers for a short period of time. The Substitute Teacher for Afterschool Programs will ensure the lesson plan is followed and the classroom is managed according to the standards of the division and School. The Substitute Teacher for Afterschool Programs should seek to establish and maintain positive relationships with parents and other faculty/staff members; seek to collaborate effectively with other faculty/staff members; and endeavor to support the School’s mission and core values. She/he will help to run classes smoothly and promote an effective and safe learning environment.  

Supervisor: Director of After School Programming and Enrichment for Lower School

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Hours of Work: This role is flexible but will require the ability to work periodically during the timeframe of Monday-Friday 2 pm-6 pm; may be able to pair with additional earlier substitute hours; coverage may be requested with limited notice

Pay: The rate of payment for this substitute teaching position is $80.00 for the required 4 hours

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Will depend on the position covered)

• Study and follow the established curriculum and lesson plan as provided by the permanent teacher or Director
• Apply various teaching techniques (including interactive methods) to encourage participation of students
• Prepare educational materials, such as notes, exercises, and additional resources
• Take attendance according to School policy
• Keep track of students’ progress and document information useful to the permanent teacher
• Report any incidents regarding students’ behavior in and out of the classroom to the D
• Maintain a neat, clean, and safe class environment for students
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during Aftercare/Clubhouse hours

Note: This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed by employees within this classification.  This position description should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required or assigned to an employee in this position.  Nothing contained in this position description restricts St. Catherine’s School’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to grasp, handle and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out; and smell. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Ability to become CPR and First Aid Certified.

TRAVEL

Travel is not a requirement for this role

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

St. Catherine’s School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring practices. St. Catherine’s School is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment. We actively engage students, families, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our School community respects the differences in ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. Consistent with the School’s mission, St. Catherine’s fosters in our students, and experts from all others, respect for the dignity and wholeness of every person. For more information about the school’s Access, Equity and Belonging please follow this link https://www.st.catherines.org/about/access-equity-and-belonging.

CONDITIONAL OFFERS

An offer of employment for this position is contingent upon the applicant’s right to work in the United States, authorization for and completion of successful background checks as may be requested by the school or required by law.

BENEFITS

Benefits are not included in this part-time position

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree or related experience preferred
• Proven adaptability, flexibility, and creativity in the classroom environment

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