Job Description

Bishop O’Dowd Mission/Charism

Mission : Bishop O’Dowd High School is a Catholic college-preparatory community, guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ, that educates its diverse student body to build a more just, joyful and sustainable world.

Charism :

• Finding God In All Things Calls Us to:
• Community in Diversity
• Strength of Character
• Academic Excellence
• Kinship With Creation
• Social Justice
• Joy

Job Summary

In order to create an encouraging learning environment for students while their regular teacher is absent, the Substitute Teacher will need to effectively manage and instruct the class. You will be asked to cover a maximum of four class periods in a day and you may be called to substitute the morning of class. 

Job requirements may include but are not limited to:

• Follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students;

• Collect homework that is due;

• Administer assignment tests or quizzes per teacher’s lesson plans;

• Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment;

• Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls;

• Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the available lesson plan;

• For long-term substitutes: develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the regular teacher’s past lesson plans.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references. Please apply online to:

Pre-employment background screening is required for all positions.

For more information on Bishop O’Dowd High School, please see our website at: .

Bishop O’Dowd High School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment policies and procedures. It follows the Diocese of Oakland's policies prohibiting illegal harassment, retaliation or discrimination. However, as a Roman Catholic high school with a stated mission, goals and objectives that clearly reflect the teachings and educational philosophy of the Diocese of Oakland, Bishop O’Dowd High School reserves the right to require all current and prospective employees to commit to carry out their duties and responsibilities in a manner that clearly and unconditionally demonstrates support of and respect for the school’s mission and Catholic identity. Persons who in good conscience are unable to agree to this commitment should not seek or accept employment at Bishop O’Dowd High School.

As a faith-based institution, we reserve the right to use religion as a criterion in hiring decisions, as permitted by law, as it relates to performing essential job duties.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Have interest in teaching
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and instruct students of all ages
• General knowledge of several subjects 
• Ability to adapt plans to specific classrooms
• Flexibility and critical-thinking skills
• Patience
• Basic technological skills (laptop usage, projecting images via projector, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree and California Clear teaching credential preferred
• Practicing Roman Catholic

About Bishop O'Dowd High School

Founded in 1951, Bishop O'Dowd High School is a Catholic college preparatory high school serving 1,250 diverse students in grades 9-12 who come from all parts of the East Bay and beyond. Informed by Catholic values, the mission of O'Dowd is to educate and inspire its students to build a more just, joyful, and sustainable world. For more information, visit the school's website at

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