We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and practicing Catholic educator to join our faculty as a Full-Time Kindergarten Teacher.
The ideal candidate possesses a deep love for early childhood education, a strong commitment to Catholic formation, and the ability to create a warm, engaging, and structured classroom environment. As a kindergarten teacher, you will play a foundational role in shaping our students' first formal school experience, helping them discover a lifelong love for learning and God.
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Integrate Catholic values, teachings, and traditions seamlessly into daily classroom instruction and routines.
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Prepare and lead students in daily prayer, religious instruction (using approved diocesan curriculum), and participation in school liturgies/masses.
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Model Christian behavior, patience, and compassion for students, parents, and colleagues.
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Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate, engaging curriculum encompassing literacy, math, science, social studies, and fine arts, aligned with diocesan and state standards.
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Create a nurturing, organized, and safe learning environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and developmental needs.
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Utilize a balance of play-based learning, direct instruction, and hands-on activities to foster cognitive and social-emotional growth.
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Assess student progress regularly, maintain accurate records, and adapt instructional strategies to support individual student needs.
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Maintain open, positive, and professional communication with parents and guardians regarding student growth, behavior, and classroom activities.
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Collaborate effectively with grade-level partners, special education staff, and school administration.
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Participate actively in faculty meetings, professional development workshops, school liturgies, and community events (e.g., Open House, parent-teacher conferences).
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Faith: Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church, able to model and teach the faith.
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a closely related field.
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Licensure: Valid state teaching certification/license with appropriate early childhood or elementary endorsements (or eligibility to obtain one).
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Background Check: Must pass all required diocesan and state background checks.
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Skills: Strong classroom management skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and proficiency in integrating technology into early childhood education.
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Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience and the diocesan pay scale.
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Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options (e.g., matching 403(b)).
