JOB SUMMARY:
Sacred Hearts Academy is a Catholic, college‑preparatory school dedicated to providing girls and young women with an exceptional education that inspires leadership, service, and compassion for their communities and the world. Under the direction of the Elementary School Principal, the Preschool Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with the Academy’s faith‑based mission and early childhood education standards.
The Preschool Teacher ensures the health, safety, and well‑being of all students through attentive supervision and positive daily interactions. The teacher fosters a nurturing, creative, and supportive learning environment that encourages social, emotional, spiritual, and cognitive development in young children. Strong collaboration and communication with administration and parents or guardians are essential, including regular updates regarding each child’s development, progress, behavior, and health. The teacher is also responsible for maintaining accurate and timely documentation of student work, observations, and developmental progress reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, or child development or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. (degrees and course credits must be earned from a nationally or internationally accredited college or university)
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One year of experience teaching or working with young children in Preschool.
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An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed above.
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Intermediate proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
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Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work outside normal business hours, if necessary.
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Must be able to understand, read/ write in English to follow basic instructions, and take, direction from supervisors and clients.
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Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with Virtus/Safe Environment policy.
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Able to work all required shifts and possible extended hours.
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Ability to implement faith-based curriculum consistent with the Academy’s Catholic mission.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree in early Education or related field.
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Three years of teaching experience with a robust understanding of content area curriculum and effective instructional methodologies.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
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Thorough knowledge of the subject area(s) to be taught and the ability to develop interdisciplinary curriculum related to subject matter.
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Knowledge of age‑appropriate instructional methods for assigned grade levels.
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Ability to support, motivate, and encourage students toward achieving their individual educational goals.
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Ability to differentiate and personalize instruction to meet varied learning needs.
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Effective classroom management skills, including the ability to manage small and large groups in a variety of instructional settings.
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Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, counselors, and school administrators.
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Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and in multi‑aged learning environments.
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Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time‑management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and exercise sound judgment.
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Demonstrated ability to protect and maintain confidential information.
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Willingness and availability to support school programming and operational needs during designated school breaks, including Fall and Spring intercessions, as required.
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Familiarity with, or a demonstrated willingness to support, Catholic education, mission‑driven teaching, and an all‑girls learning environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILTIES:
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Classroom Management (70%)
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Supports student learning and development through written, verbal and hands- on coaching and modeling in a positive and supportive manner.
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Work in close harmony with the administration and with each other.
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Be responsible for the assigned students' instruction.
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Responsible for the immediate supervision and safety of students during class time, advisory, the assigned time of supervision duty, and on off-campus school excursions.
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Review and administer correction in cases of student misconduct.
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Require mannerly and respectful behavior from students.
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Respect individual differences among students and formulate plans for providing for these differences.
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Attend all faculty, department and parent-teacher meetings.
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Be responsible for the cleanliness of the classroom.
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Maintain high standards of professional and personal conduct, including on-line presence.
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Communicate via email or phone with students only for school-related concerns.
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Participate/attend consultation meetings with parents and students to address concerns or other class related concerns.
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Teachers of Grades P-6 will supervise students as assigned by the Principal to include morning supervision, snack, lunch recess, after school, and auto-line supervision.
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Serve as an advisorship of one student club as necessary.
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Prepare, implement, and perform well-structured lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives, student needs, and school expectations.
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Keep accurate records of attendance and class work, submitting student evaluations, including report cards and grade updates, at scheduled times.
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Distribute and collect required forms, records or correspondence.
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School Activities (20%)
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Responsible to attend all masses and faculty meetings; where applicable teacher will attend faculty in-service training sessions, retreats, assemblies, and school functions to include: Academy ceremonies such as graduation, Baccalaureate Mass, Commencement, Spring Open House, Fall Open House, Faculty Beginning of the School Year In-Service, Faculty Retreat, Mass of the Holy Spirit, Annual Conference for Catholic Educators, Faith Formation, admissions testing, parent events and supervision of Academy-sponsored student events such as dances, Freshman Mother/Daughter Banquet, Sophomore Father/Daughter; Junior Prom, Senior Prom, Senior Ohana Luncheon, Academy Uncorked, and performances.
3. Performs other related duties as assigned (10%)
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Participate in instructional, supervisory, or programmatic activities scheduled outside the regular academic calendar, which may include Fall and Spring intercessions and other designated school breaks.
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Serves as community relations liaison for company.
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Actively participates as an effective member of the team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments.
Compensation
Our faculty compensation is based on a Class and Step system:
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Class (Education): Placement is based on educational attainment. We also recognize coursework beyond a bachelor’s or master’s degree; official transcripts are reviewed to confirm final placement.
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Step (Experience): Placement is primarily based on direct experience within the Catholic school system. Relevant professional experience is also considered within the framework of the established salary schedule.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.
