Substitute Teacher Jobs in California

INTRODUCTION

Nativity Catholic School is a coeducational Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade Catholic school located in Torrance, California. As a ministry of Nativity Catholic Church, our mission is to provide a faith-filled environment where students grow academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally. Guided by our motto, “Where Christ is Born Every Day,” we are committed to forming disciples, leaders, and lifelong learners.

Nativity Catholic School is seeking a faith-filled, nurturing, and collaborative Long-Term Substitute Teacher for Middle School Religion and Language Arts from September 7, 2026 through November 13, 2026. The ideal candidate will provide engaging instruction while supporting students academically, spiritually, and socially in a Catholic school environment.

This position includes teaching Religion and English Language Arts to middle school students in grades 6–8. The long-term substitute teacher will work closely with administration, faculty, and support staff to ensure continuity of instruction and maintain a positive, structured, and faith-centered learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in middle school Religion and English Language Arts courses.
• Implement lesson plans, curriculum, and assessments aligned with school expectations.
• Foster student growth in reading comprehension, literature, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and communication skills.
• Support students’ faith formation through the Religion curriculum and integration of Catholic values into daily instruction.
• Maintain a positive, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate academic records.
• Communicate professionally with families regarding student progress and classroom expectations.
• Collaborate with faculty, support staff, and administration to support student success.
• Uphold school policies, procedures, and expectations.

REQUIREMENTS

The minimum qualifications are:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Valid California teaching credential preferred.
• Candidates with substitute teaching experience and successful completion of the CBEST are encouraged to apply.
• Experience teaching English Language Arts and/or Religion at the elementary or middle school level preferred.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide instruction in literature, reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and vocabulary development.
• Ability to follow curriculum plans, maintain instructional pacing, and support student learning goals.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with students, families, faculty, and administration.
• Practicing Catholic preferred for Religion instruction or willingness to support and teach the Catholic mission and curriculum of the school.
• Ability to maintain a structured, caring, and faith-filled classroom environment.
• Fingerprinting and Safe Environment training are required through the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

Interested candidates should submit:

• A cover letter or statement of interest.
• A current resume.
• List of professional references.
• VIRTUS training Certificate.

Applications should be sent to attendance@nativityemail.com.

WAGE RANGE

The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.