Elementary School (K-6) Substitute Teacher
Company: The Rock Academy
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: At Rock
Academy, substitute teachers play a vital role in nurturing
students both academically and spiritually, embodying
Christ-centered values in their educational practice. Substitute
teachers uphold classroom management and implement prepared lesson
plans during the absence of regular teachers, ensuring continuity
in students' learning experiences aligned with the school's
mission. Substitute teachers have a profound impact on the lives of
their students. When a teacher has a planned or unplanned absence,
we rely on a skilled substitute to fill in. In this role, the
substitute will cover for an absent full-time teacher, adhering to
the day's lesson plan and ensuring that students have a fulfilling
learning experience. The ideal candidate will have
substitute-teaching experience and an ability to lead classrooms
effectively. The most qualified and successful substitutes can
count on consistent work throughout the district. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Substitute teachers are integral to maintaining educational
continuity when regular teachers are absent. They are responsible
for executing lesson plans provided by classroom teachers,
fostering a safe and productive learning environment, and adhering
to school policies and procedures. Key responsibilities include:
LESSON PLAN EXECUTION: Implementing lesson plans effectively to
meet educational objectives as outlined by the absent teacher.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT: Maintaining discipline and promoting a
positive learning atmosphere conducive to student engagement and
growth. EMERGENCY PROTOCOLS: Familiarizing oneself with and
adhering to school emergency procedures, including fire drills and
lockdowns, to ensure student safety. RECORD KEEPING: Recording
student attendance, lesson plan progress, disciplinary actions, and
positive developments to provide feedback to the regular teacher.
ADDITIONAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT: Assigning homework, supplementing
lesson plans with relevant activities, and supporting students'
academic needs as required. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor's
degree (B.A./B.S. or greater) from an accredited institution in
education or a related field. Candidates authorized to work in the
US. EXPERIENCE: Preferred three years of experience in education,
with substitute teaching experience highly valued. California
teaching credential is preferred but not required. SKILLS:
Effective communication skills both orally and in writing, ability
to work with diverse student backgrounds, and proficiency in
technology relevant to classroom instruction. Ability to establish
and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with
others. PERSONAL QUALITIES: Rock Academy values educators who are
dedicated to serving Christ and nurturing students in faith and
academics. As such, substitute teachers are expected to: SPIRITUAL
COMMITMENT: Teachers at Rock Academy desire to serve the Lord Jesus
Christ through the education of their students. Each believing God
has saved and called them to the task of teaching, they seek to
reflect and reveal Christ to their students. In faithful living,
teachers are expected to: Demonstrate a personal commitment to
Jesus Christ and maintain an active devotional life. Have a regular
and active devotional life Practice love, joy, patience, kindness,
self-control, gentleness, faithfulness, and truthfulness Model
biblical principles, in and out of the classroom Be humble in
spirit but bold in Christ-like practice CHARACTER: Model biblical
principles such as love, joy, patience, kindness, self-control,
gentleness, faithfulness, and truthfulness in their professional
and personal conduct. PROFESSIONALISM: Uphold humility and boldness
in practicing Christ-like values both inside and outside the
classroom, serving as positive role models for students. PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS: Regular duties include sitting, standing, walking,
operating computers and office equipment, and occasionally lifting
and moving up to 25 pounds. COMPANY OVERVIEW: Rock Academy builds
leaders who are deep thinkers, dynamic communicators and do
something Christians prepared for college and life. Job Posted by
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Keywords: The Rock Academy, Pomona , Elementary School (K-6) Substitute Teacher, Education / Teaching , San Diego, California
