Kindergarten Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Patrick School in Portland, Michigan is accepting applications for a Kindergarten teacher.

The ideal candidate will hold a current Michigan K–5 or K–8 teaching certificate and be able to work cooperatively with staff to advance the school's mission, integrating faith and technology into instruction. Requirements include being a practicing Catholic, Virtus training (or willingness to complete it upon hire), strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills, and a solid

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Michigan K–5 or K–8 teaching certificate.
• Be a practicing Catholic and support Catholic school mission.
• Be Virtus trained or willing to complete Virtus training on hire.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to foster positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Knowledge of educational laws, policies, and ethical standards.
• Commitment to academic excellence and student growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Kindergarten instruction integrating faith and technology.
• Collaborate with staff to fulfill school mission.
• Maintain professional communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Uphold educational laws and ethical standards.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Instructional strategies

Academic excellence

Education

Michigan K–5/K–8 Teaching Certificate

Virtus training

Job description

Kindergarten Teacher

St. Patrick School is currently accepting applications for a Kindergarten teacher. The successful candidates must be able to work cooperatively with staff to carry out the mission of St. Patrick Catholic School. They must be highly qualified with a current Michigan teaching certificate and comfortable with integrating faith and technology into instruction.

Required Qualifications

• Be a practicing Catholic who lives in accordance with the teachings of the Magisterium of the Catholic Church
• Hold a current Michigan K–5 or K–8 Teaching Certificate
• Be Virtus trained or willing to complete Virtus training upon hire
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exhibit strong organizational, multi‑tasking, and problem‑solving abilities
• Foster positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators through professional and effective communication
• Possess a thorough understanding of educational laws, policies, and ethical standards and consistently apply them in practice
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of effective instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, and classroom best practices
• Show a commitment to academic excellence, student growth, and the mission of Catholic education

Position Details

Position Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• Resume with References
• Copy of Valid Teaching Certificate
• Two letters of Recommendation
• Diocesan Application (https://dioceseofgrandrapids.na2.echosign.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhCXWzN0_ttqq0tO-VjimqTJ8-g77NKWKYYsfjpfWgFlVY02buH615gcxMeFaefla_I)

Contact Information

• Casey Lenneman
• 122 West Street, Portland, Michigan 48875
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]