Benefits:

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

Daily Mass and spiritual enrichment

Joyful and mission-aligned school culture

Flexible scheduling opportunities

Supportive faculty team within a Catholic classical environment

Opportunity to participate in the spiritual and academic life of a new high school

Job Summary

Chesterton Academy of The Divine Family, a joyfully Catholic, classical high school in the Chesterton Schools Network, seeks Substitute Teachers for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Substitute teachers provide essential classroom support by ensuring continuity of learning in the absence of the regular teacher. They are expected to uphold the school’s Catholic identity, maintain a structured and respectful classroom environment, and deliver lesson plans as provided.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about working with high school students in a faith-based setting and who are willing to step in with flexibility and professionalism when needed.

Responsibilities

Follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher to maintain instructional continuity

Supervise and engage students respectfully and in alignment with school culture

Maintain classroom order and a safe learning environment

Communicate any notable student behavior or classroom incidents to school leadership

Model Christian virtue and appropriate behavior in speech, actions, and demeanor

Attend to any classroom duties assigned, including taking attendance and administering assessments if required

Qualifications

High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree or coursework in education or a related field preferred

Previous teaching or classroom experience preferred

Practicing Roman Catholic who is joyfully faithful to the Magisterium

Ability to maintain a calm and respectful classroom presence

Willingness to uphold and represent the mission of Chesterton Academy in both conduct and communication

Flexible availability and reliability