Substitute: Teachers K - 8/Campus Aides/Nurses

Join Our Dynamic Substitute Team

At St. Mary’s School in Aliso Viejo, we empower students to inquire, innovate, and lead with empathy. Our substitute educators, health professionals, and campus support staff are essential partners in maintaining a dynamic, faith-filled environment where K–8 learners thrive every day. We invite passionate, dependable professionals to bring their unique energy and expertise to our campus community.

https://www.smaa.org/

Why Join St. Mary’s School?

Mission-Driven Community:* As Orange County’s premier independent IB World School, we are dedicated to developing “World-Sized Hearts and World-Class Minds”. We offer a supportive, faith-filled workplace where educators and staff empower students to think deeply, act courageously, and lead with compassion. Complimentary On-Site Dining: All employees enjoy free daily lunch* (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) in the Green Family Commons, featuring fresh hot entrees, a full salad bar, a sandwich bar, and daily soups crafted on-site by Culinary Team.

• Substitute Teachers — Grades K–8

Step seamlessly into energetic K–8 classrooms and keep student inquiry, curiosity, and learning momentum thriving! As an IB substitute teacher, you will facilitate interactive lesson plans, cultivate collaborative discussion, and foster an inclusive, values-driven environment where students feel inspired to explore, create, and question.

Role Highlights

• Facilitate active, inquiry-based lesson plans that encourage critical thinking and creative problem-solving.

• Manage classroom dynamics with warmth, enthusiasm, and proactive encouragement.

• Adapt fluidly to varied instructional setups—from hands-on STEM and art projects to group discussions.

• Maintain collaborative communication with grade-level faculty and school administration.

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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree (in any field) required.

• Teaching or interactive classroom leadership experience preferred.

• Strong communication skills and agile, positive classroom-management strategies.

• Passion for fostering global citizenship and student inquiry.

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Compensation

*Full Day (4+ hours): $165 | Half Day (4 hours or less): $82.50

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• Substitute Campus Aides

Energize campus life and foster positive social connections during student activities, recess, and lunch! As a substitute campus aide, you actively shape a safe, welcoming, and vibrant environment where students build friendships, practice sportsmanship, and recharge between academic sessions.

Role Highlights

• Champion a safe, vibrant, and inclusive environment during recess, lunch, and after-school care.

• Proactively engage with K–8 students, encouraging positive play, teamwork, and respectful interaction.

• Maintain active campus visibility and alert monitoring to ensure student safety and well-being.

• Collaborate enthusiastically with faculty and fellow aides to support vibrant school operations.

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Qualifications

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• High school diploma required; college coursework preferred.

• Experience working with elementary and middle-school-aged youth preferred.

• Strong interpersonal communication and active student supervision skills.

• High energy, dependability, and a warm, positive attitude.

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Compensation

*Full Day (4+ hours): $165 | Half Day (4 hours or less): $82.50

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• Substitute School Nurses

Serve as a compassionate health leader and trusted caregiver across our vibrant campus community. As a substitute school nurse, you play a pivotal role in maintaining the health and wellness for K–8 students, faculty, and staff—delivering responsive care with confidence and empathy.

Role Highlights

Provide comprehensive, compassionate health services to St. Mary’s School (SMAA) students, faculty, and staff. Oversee health office operations and paraprofessional activities while operating strictly within California state laws, California Education Codes, and current First Aid/CPR standards. Serve as the primary point of contact for emergency medical care, specialized healthcare procedures, and campus-wide health information distribution.

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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.

• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• Current First Aid and CPR certifications.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, clinical sound judgment, and ability to remain calm under pressure.

• School-specific orientation and procedural training provided upon onboarding.

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Compensation

*$32.00 per hour

Pay: From $20.63 per hour

Benefits

• Free parking

Application Question(s)

• Are you authorized to work in the United States?
• Are you currently certified in Pediatric/Child CPR and First Aid?
• Can you complete Live Scan screening?

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (Required)

Work Location: In person