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.