Early Childhood Teacher (18-36 mo) - Catholic Education

Stpatrickkc; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Therese Early Education Center in Kansas City, MO is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our team from August through May.

The teacher will work with children aged 18 to 36 months, planning centers and activities that foster exploration, language development and social‑emotional growth. You will implement developmentally appropriate lessons, weave Catholic teachings into daily activities, and collaborate with staff to create a warm, safe classroom.

Qualifications

• Early childhood degree or CDA or higher certification.
• Experience with preschool children and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Catholic educational environment familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Implement developmentally appropriate, hands-on lessons.
• Weave Catholic teachings into daily activities.
• Assess and monitor students’ progress.
• Support speech and language development with songs and activities.
• Collaborate with educators to create cohesive learning experiences.
• Assist with diapering and potty training as needed.

Skills

Early childhood education

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Early Childhood degree

CDA in child development

Bachelor’s in Early Education

Job description

St. Therese Early Education Center in Kansas City, MO is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our team from August through May.

The teacher will work with children aged 18 to 36 months, planning centers and activities that foster exploration, language development and social‑emotional growth. You will implement developmentally appropriate lessons, weave Catholic teachings into daily activities, and collaborate with staff to create a warm, safe classroom.