Catholic Young Fives Teacher: Bridge to Kindergarten

Archdiocese of Detroit; Grosse Pointe Woods (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady Star of the Sea School in Michigan seeks a Young Fives teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will provide rigorous instruction aligned with Catholic teachings and create a faith-centered classroom where Jesus guides learning and interaction.

You will plan and deliver lessons in line with the approved curriculum and educational standards, work with a supportive faculty, collaborate with colleagues, and advance academic excellence through differentiated instruction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education.
• Valid Teaching Certificate issued by the Michigan Department of Education.
• Archdiocese of Detroit Certified Catechist – current certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Completion of Protecting God’s Children training.

Responsibilities

• Provide rigorous instruction aligned with Catholic teachings.
• Create a faith-centered classroom where Jesus guides learning.
• Plan and deliver lessons per approved curriculum and standards.
• Collaborate with faculty and engage colleagues regularly.
• Promote academic excellence using engaging teaching methods.

Skills

Strong instruction

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Valid Michigan teaching certificate

Catholic catechist certification or willingness

Protecting God’s Children training

Job description

Our Lady Star of the Sea School is seeking a Young Fives teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. OLSOS is a faith-based community dedicated to bringing Jesus into our students’ lives through exceptional academics and rich faith experiences. We are looking for an innovative, energetic, faith-filled individual who is passionate about engaging students and challenging them to meet their potential. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to provide students with strong and exceptional foundational skills through active and differentiated instruction to provide a bridge between preschool and the rigors of kindergarten.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education
• Valid teaching certificate issued by the Michigan Department of Education
• Archdiocese of Detroit Certified Catechist - current certificate, or willingness to obtain
• Eagerness to continuously enrich teaching expertise through engagement in professional development opportunities.
• Additionally, the candidate must complete the Protecting God’s Children training.

The ideal candidate should be prepared to:

• Provide rigorous instruction in alignment with Catholic teachings
• Create an environment where Jesus is at the center of all learning and interactions, and the school vision is practiced. - “Building Strong Minds and Faithful Hearts through Catholic Education”
• Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the approved curriculum and educational standards
• Work as a member of a supportive faculty
• Collaborate with colleagues on a regular basis
• Strive for academic excellence through the use of robust teaching methods, student engagement and technology integration
• Implement best pedagogical practices, particularly involving the language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science
• Teach solid foundational skills in order for students to acquire pre-reading, pre-writing, and pre-math skills
• Engage students in play based learning to promote problem solving , conflict resolutions, and cooperation skills
• Provide innovative and differentiated instruction to best reach all levels of learners and learning styles
• Establishes a consistent disciplinary approach which sets high standards for student behavior, promotes self-direction and confidence, and manages inappropriate behaviors effectively
• Maintain a positive relationship with parents, students, and colleagues through regular communication
• Provide a caring and nurturing classroom environment where students feel safe to learn and grow academically, socially, and spiritually
• Completes additional administrative, operational, and professional responsibilities as needed

Interested applicants should submit the following materials: a cover letter, resume, and a list of references to Mrs. Danielle Trudel [e-mail]