Kindergarten Teacher - Nurture Faith & Learning (Full-Time)

St. Thomas the Apostle School; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Thomas the Apostle School in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a Kindergarten teacher to begin January 2027.

The successful candidate will plan, organize, and implement a Christ-centered curriculum aligned with diocesan guidelines, overseeing one Kindergarten classroom and related duties. The role requires active Catholic faith, collaboration with staff, and participation in meetings and parish activities.

Qualifications

• Must be a practicing Catholic with a strong desire to share their faith with students
• Cooperate, contribute, and participate effectively with colleagues
• Create lesson plans appropriate for Kindergarten curriculum
• Attend staff meetings, conferences, and other activities outside of the normal teaching day
• Be Virtus trained

Responsibilities

• Teach students in kindergarten starting January 2027 and implement a challenging, engaging curriculum
• Plan, organize, and execute curriculum in accordance with school and diocesan guidelines
• Follow mission, vision and values of the school and Diocese of Grand Rapids

Skills

Excellent communication

Professional demeanor

Classroom management

Timely completion of assignments

Education

Must be able to complete assignments, grades, assessments in a timely manner

Job description

St. Thomas the Apostle School in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a Kindergarten teacher to begin January 2027.

The successful candidate will plan, organize, and implement a Christ-centered curriculum aligned with diocesan guidelines, overseeing one Kindergarten classroom and related duties. The role requires active Catholic faith, collaboration with staff, and participation in meetings and parish activities.