At Pacifica Christian High School,  we teach our students to think and live well.

We do this by providing a college-preparatory, liberal arts education for students from all backgrounds and neighborhoods.

Engaging students’ minds to think well and shaping their hearts prepares them to enjoy an abundant life. Thinking and living well is about making connections—both intellectual and relational. It provides students with a fuller understanding of what it means to be human and provides them the freedom to find their place in God’s created world.

Our students are free to live out their stories, fully becoming who God desires them to be. We provide students with opportunities that will change them for the better–by challenging and maturing them. We desire our students to be more purposeful and courageous, more joyful and committed—prepared for all that God offers in their lives.

Learning to think and live well is a life-long process. But both the process—or even adventure—and the outcome produce joy. As such, we view a good education as an end unto itself. At the same time, a Pacifica education provides tangible benefits, like preparation for college, career, family, and service to the church and community. By approaching education as a joy-instilling, freedom-producing journey, we provide our graduates with a foundation for success in college, life, work, and faith.

Core Beliefs

• Pacifica's Core Beliefs and Approach to Teaching and Learning serve to provide clarity who we are including our mission, purpose, and approach to student formation. Please read this document and use it to respond to questions in the application.

About the role

Substitute Teacher

Begins Immediately

​Job Title: Substitute

Office / Department: Office of Academics & Student Affairs / Academic Department

Reports to: Dean of Academics

Job Summary

Maintaining a structured and engaging learning environment in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Follow lesson plans provided by the teacher and ensure continuity of instruction while managing classroom behavior.

Personal Characteristics: Employees of Pacifica are people of deep and mature Christian faith who values and understands the liberal arts within a high school context and can effectively communicate the mission of the school to their students and within their discipline. The faculty member will exhibit integrity and honor, spiritual depth, exhibit enthusiasm and support for the advancement of the school, understand the various constituencies of Pacifica, communicate with warmth and understanding, work/lead within the various departments and programs, and work collaboratively with the faculty and staff to advance the school's efforts in achieving its mission.

Responsibilities:

1. Instruction & Classroom Management
2. • Follow and implement lesson plans provided by the regular teacher.
   • Maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
   • Manage student behavior in accordance with school policies.
   • Provide students with guidance and assistance as needed.
3. Supervision & Safety
4. • Supervise students throughout the class period, ensuring a safe and respectful environment.
   • Take attendance and report any absences or incidents.
   • Follow emergency procedures as needed.
5. Communication & Professionalism
6. • Communicate effectively with students, staff, and administrators.
   • Leave notes for the returning teacher as needed.
   • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
7. Flexibility & Adaptability
8. • Adapt to different classroom environments and subject areas as needed.
   • Be prepared for last-minute assignments and schedule changes.

Professional Responsibilities

• Executes all duties in a timely manner (starts class on time, meets deadlines, attends meetings, turns in paperwork on time, etc.)
• Seeks opportunities to promote a collegial, educational environment throughout the campus
• Sustains cordial, professional relationships with all students, staff, parents, and community members
• Attends meetings and sits on committees as directed by administration
• Is eagerly involved in the Pacifica community outside of school hours
• Is a team player and willingly collaborates in the ongoing advancement of the school
• Attends weekly Chapels and Assemblies
• Participates in class overnight trip (All School Retreat)
• Faithfully completes reasonable extra duty assignments (Supervision, Advisory/Mentoring, Office Hours)
• Abides by the spirit and policies in the Pacifica Faculty Handbook
• Holds self directly accountable to the chair of his/her department, Dean of Academics, Principal, and ultimately the Head of School

Other Duties & Shared Responsibilities

• Embodies and promotes Pacifica's Core Beliefs and Approach to Teaching & Learning.
• Wholeheartedly enjoys working with teenagers, championing their education, and encouraging their faith and Christian commitments.
• Cultivates a vibrant culture of learning in and out of the classroom and contributes to a healthy professional working community

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred
• 2-10+ years prior experience teaching in independent/private schools or at the college level
• Capable of teaching all/most levels of the subject, demonstrating a mastery of current pedagogy
• A sincere enjoyment of working with teenagers
• Exceptionally capable in both written and oral communication
• Excellent organizational and presentation skills
• Technologically savvy
• Proven success at working collaboratively with colleagues
• Passionate about the chosen field of study and the mission of Pacifica