Substitute Teacher | On-Call

St. John’s School | Denver, Colorado

Purpose

St. John’s School is seeking caring, dependable, and flexible individuals to join our on-call Substitute Teacher team. Our substitutes play an important role in keeping our classrooms running smoothly and ensuring our students continue to have a positive, engaging school day when a teacher is away.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, values community, and is looking for occasional or flexible work in a warm, faith-centered school environment.

Who You Are

You are someone who:

• Enjoys working with children and helping students feel safe, supported, and encouraged.
• Is dependable, flexible, and comfortable stepping into different classrooms and grade levels.
• Is willing to jump in and help wherever needed. Whether that means leading a classroom, assisting during lunch or recess, helping with carpool, or supporting another area of the school, you are ready to be part of the St. John’s community.
• Communicates promptly and professionally with the school and Substitute Coordinator.
• Can confidently follow lesson plans while also being comfortable thinking on your feet when plans need to change.
• Brings a positive, patient, and encouraging attitude to each school day.
• Respects and supports the mission and values of St. John’s School.
• Enjoys being part of a close-knit school community where relationships matter.
• Has experience working with children or in an educational setting; classroom or teaching experience is preferred.
• Has a high school diploma or equivalent; a college degree or relevant educational experience is preferred.

What You Will Do

As a Substitute Teacher, you will:

• Provide a safe, welcoming, and positive learning environment for students.
• Follow the classroom teacher’s lesson plans and daily instructions when provided.
• Lead classroom activities and lessons across a variety of K–8 grade levels and subject areas.
• Supervise students during classroom instruction, lunch, recess, transitions, and other activities as needed.
• Maintain classroom routines and expectations while the regular teacher is away.
• Use good judgment and flexibility when unexpected situations arise.
• Communicate any important classroom or student information to the appropriate school staff.
• Support the overall life of the school and step in wherever your help is needed.

What This Role Looks Like

Substitute needs can vary from day to day. Some assignments are known several weeks in advance, while others may arise the morning of the absence.

When a substitute need comes up, the Substitute Coordinator will reach out by text to see if you are available. Morning requests may come early, sometimes around 6:30 a.m., when a teacher is unexpectedly absent. Other assignments can be scheduled ahead of time.

Depending on the day, you may:

• Spend the entire day in one classroom.
• Cover multiple classes or grade levels.
• Support a specialist or another member of the teaching team.
• Assist with lunch, recess, carpool, or other school activities.
• Work with elementary or middle school students.

We will do our best to honor your grade-level and scheduling preferences whenever possible.

Substitute work can be occasional and the frequency of assignments may vary based on the needs of the school. This position is ideal for someone looking for flexible, part-time work and who enjoys the variety that each school day can bring.

Who We Are

St. John’s School is a faith-centered school serving students from Early Learning through 8th Grade in the heart of Denver. We are a community where students are known, relationships are valued, and faith and learning are woven into everyday life.

Our mission is centered on Growing in Faith, Excelling in Education, and Thriving in Community. We believe education is about more than academics. it is about helping children grow into compassionate, confident, and capable people.

Our faculty and staff work together as a team, and we value people who are willing to pitch in, care for one another, and contribute to the welcoming environment that makes St. John’s special.

If you are looking for meaningful, flexible work where you can make a difference in the lives of students and become part of a supportive school community, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree and/or experience in education, childcare, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with elementary or middle school students preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to pass required background and employment screening.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of St. John’s School.
• Active in a local church and personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Schedule & Employment

Position: On-Call Substitute Teacher
Grade Levels: Kindergarten–8th Grade
Schedule: As needed; occasional and flexible
Location: St. John’s School, Denver, Colorado
Reports to: Cara Benton |  School Administration, cara.benton@sjdenver.org 

How to apply? Send your resume and email to: cara.benton@sjdenver.org