Kindergarten Teacher- St. Bernadette School in Silver Spring

St. Mary of the Mills Church 0314; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Kindergarten Teacher for the upcoming school year. This role involves creating engaging lesson plans, delivering instruction that meets diverse student needs, and fostering a positive learning environment rooted in Catholic values. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty and parents to ensure student success while maintaining high educational standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners and contribute to a nurturing school community. If you are passionate about education and committed to fostering a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and current teacher certification required.
• Experience in elementary education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create lesson plans and deliver instruction based on approved curricula.
• Establish classroom procedures and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Communicate student progress and maintain grade records.

Skills

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Communication Skills

Instructional Delivery

Assessment and Evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Current Teacher Certification

Job description

Job Category: School Education

Requisition Number: TEACH002640

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• Posted: April 8, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

St. Bernadette Catholic School in Silver Spring, Maryland is hiring a Full-time Kindergarten Teacher for the 2025-26 school year.
This position reports to the principal and the salary is between $45,000-$77,000.
Please forward your resume to: [e-mail]

The Catholic elementary school teacher is responsible to deliver instruction that is based on the approved curricula and mission of the school, and to create a safe, orderly and Catholic learning environment for his/her students.

Responsibilities

The teacher shall:

Planning

• Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Utilize Standardized Test scores and other forms of assessment to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
• Plan lessons that are learner-based and address the various needs of all students.

Instruction

• Deliver a balanced program of instruction that incorporates direct instruction, guided instruction, individual/group practice, questioning, demonstration, and discovery.
• Plan individual and group instruction that includes lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities.
• Administer assessments (both formal and informal) to determine if instructional objectives are being met.
• Use assessment data to differentiate instruction to assure that the diverse needs of all students are met.
• Assign class and homework that support the lesson's objective and reinforce the learning process.

Classroom Management

• Establish classroom procedures that optimize instructional time.
• Create and enforce rules that are clear and foster an atmosphere in which all can thrive.
• Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
• Set high expectations for achievement.
• Assure that Catholic values are the basis of all interactions between students and teacher.

Communication

• Maintain a grade book that reflects students’ progress on a variety of formative and summative assessments.
• Monitor students’ grades and communicate status to parents and administration.
• Inform students and parents of assignments/projects and provide detailed written instructions, rubrics, and due dates.
• Routinely post up-to-date information (homework, projects, and grades) to the school’s grade book portal.
• Use email, notes home, and phone calls to inform parents if a student is not making adequate academic or behavior progress.
• Hold conferences with parents if students need academic or behavior intervention.
• Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.

Catholic Identity

• Actively foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions, practices, and tenets of the Catholic faith.
• Reflect the Catholic Church’s teaching on social justice and witness service to others.
• Assist in the planning of liturgical ceremonies such as mass, penance services, prayer services, etc.
• Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom.
• Plan and teach religion classes (if applicable) that align with the ADW Religion Standards.
• Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies (as required).

Non-Instructional Duties

• Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and classroom teacher substitution (as required).
• Sponsor clubs and other school activities (as required).
• Attend Home and School meetings and other after-hours school events (as required).
• Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.
• Must obtain Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia certification within three years of the date of hire.
• Must obtain required religious certification (as required).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC (candidates have 3 years from hire to earn their certification).
• Knowledge of child development and supervision.
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred).

While a conscientious effort has been made to include all duties and expectations of the Archdiocese of Washington elementary school teacher, the above is not all inclusive and the position’s duties may be expanded or modified at the discretion of the principal.