Kindergarten Teacher

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Valley Park (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic Elementary School is seeking a Kindergarten Teacher to foster a Christ-centered learning environment. The teacher will integrate Catholic values, maintain high academic standards, and support student development in a supportive community. Ideal candidates are practicing Catholics with relevant degrees and teaching credentials.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Strong knowledge of Catholic teachings.
• Experience in a classroom setting, preferably in a Catholic school.

Responsibilities

• Model and promote Catholic values in interactions.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with curriculum and standards.
• Support students' spiritual, academic, and social-emotional growth.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Differentiated instruction

Technological proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Valid teaching credential

Job description

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Kindergarten Teacher – Sacred Heart Catholic School, Valley Park

A Catholic Elementary School Teacher is responsible for fostering a Christ-centered, academically excellent learning environment that nurtures the spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional growth of each student. The teacher will integrate Catholic values into all aspects of education, maintain high academic standards, and uphold the mission and vision of the school in alignment with the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools (NSBECS).

Job Responsibilities

Faith Formation and Integration:
• Model and promote Catholic values in all interactions.
• Incorporate faith-based principles into lessons and activities.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive environment reflecting Catholic teachings.
• Participate in liturgies, prayer services, and religious celebrations.
• Integrate the mission of Sacred Heart Valley Park

Instructional Excellence:
• Develop lesson plans aligned with curriculum, state standards, and NSBECS
• Collaborate with 5th-grade homeroom teacher
• Use diverse teaching strategies, including differentiated instruction.
• Encourage critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning.
• Integrate technology to enhance learning experiences.
• Serve as the fourth-grade homeroom teacher and teach 4th- and 5th-grade
Social Studies and Religion, as well as fourth-grade Math.

Student Development:
• Support students' spiritual, academic, and social-emotional growth.
• Maintain high expectations for behavior and achievement.
• Assess student progress with formative and summative assessments.
• Communicate with students, parents, and colleagues about performance.

Community Engagement:
• Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Support school events, activities, and service projects.
• Model faith, service, and academic excellence for the school community.

Professional Growth:
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current.
• Reflect on teaching and seek feedback for improvement.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop strategies that support student success.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field
• Valid teaching credential or certification appropriate for elementary education.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Strong knowledge of Catholic teachings and a commitment to faith-based education.
• Experience teaching in a classroom setting, preferably in a Catholic school.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using educational technology to enhance instruction.

Experience the Difference. MAKE a difference.

Rooted in the love of Jesus Christ, our schools are safe, welcoming communities where teachers are supported, and children are nurtured to grow and reach their full potential through rigorous academics and consistently high expectations, and faith-based service.

Catholic Education in our region dates back more than 200 years. Today, our parish and archdiocesan preschool, elementary and high schools serve more than 30,000 students in St. Louis and 10 surrounding Missouri counties.