PK3 Classroom Teacher
The Catholic Academy of Bridgeport - St. Andrew campus is seeking a dynamic, passionate PreK 3 classroom teacher for the 2026-2027 Academic Year.
KEY EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrate understanding of the developmental needs of 3-4 year old children
- Experience supervising and directing groups of early childhood learners
- Effectively communicates with parents around the needs of their children.
- Effectively recognizes developmental milestones and difficulties in preschoolers.
- Effectively plans and carries out age- appropriate lessons in literacy, numeracy and the Faith
- Effectively supervises and works appropriately with classroom aid.
- Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
- Helps build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in/plan school religious and service activities.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction and student learning.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learning of current developments in the educational field
- Establishes a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; sets high standards for student behavior and manages inappropriate behavior effectively as per school/diocesan policies. Maintains a functional and pleasant learning environment.
- Cooperates with school and diocesan administration
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
- Excellent communications skills including written, verbal and public speaking.
- Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter, well-organized, a team player.
- Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficiency in the use of computer technology and related educational technology.
- Flexibility in assessing needs/strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
- Professional bearing, clean, neat personal appearance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university in education
- Valid State Teaching Certification in the appropriate grade level
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Practicing Roman Catholic, in good standing
- Master’s Degree
- Demonstrated experience teaching in a Catholic School
- Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level
- Spanish and/or Portuguese speaking
Interested candidates should email résumé and cover letter to: [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
