Pre-K 3 Teacher- St. Gregory Barbarigo School

Htdiocese; Houma, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic School in Houma, LA is seeking a loving Pre-K3 Teacher to create a safe, joyful classroom that nurtures our youngest learners and supports growth in faith, language, and social skills.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood or Elementary Education and is Louisiana-certified or eligible, with strong communication and classroom management, and a commitment to Catholic values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, or related field as preferred.
• Louisiana certification or eligibility preferred.
• Experience with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to Catholic mission and values.
• Background check and Safe Environment training required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily prayer and model Catholic values.
• Foster a warm, nurturing, and structured classroom environment.
• Implement age-appropriate lessons through play-based learning.
• Develop early language, social, motor, and readiness skills.
• Support toileting, routines, and independence skills as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress.
• Maintain classroom records, attendance, and progress updates.
• Collaborate with faculty and administration.
• Attend school meetings, trainings, and events.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood

Louisiana certification or eligibility

Job description

Pre-K3 Teacher

Location: St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic School, Houma Reports To: Principal

About Us

St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic School provides a faith-filled, nurturing Catholic education where students grow spiritually, academically, and socially in a caring community centered on Christ.

Position Overview

St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic School is seeking a loving, energetic, and dedicated Pre-K3 Teacher for the upcoming school year. The ideal candidate will create a safe, joyful, and engaging classroom environment that supports the growth of our youngest learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily prayer and model Catholic values

• Foster a warm, nurturing, and structured classroom environment

• Implement age-appropriate lessons through play-based learning

• Develop early language, social, motor, and readiness skills

• Support toileting, routines, and independence skills as needed

• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress

• Maintain classroom records, attendance, and progress updates

• Collaborate with faculty and administration

• Attend school meetings, trainings, and events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, or related field preferred

• Louisiana certification or eligibility preferred

• Experience with preschool-aged children preferred

• Strong communication and classroom management skills

• Commitment to Catholic mission and values

• Background check and Safe Environment training required

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. The Diocese reserves the right to require candidates to be practicing Catholics in good standing where appropriate.