Pre-K 4 Teacher - Catholic, Nurturing Learning Leader

Oxford Senior Living; East Derby (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary-St. Michael School in Derby, CT, is seeking a full-time Pre-K 4 Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role fosters a faith-based learning environment and supports early childhood growth.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with ECE or Teacher Certification, has 2 years of classroom experience, and is committed to nurturing young learners in a Catholic school setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• ECE or Teacher Certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years classroom experience requested.
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging, age-appropriate lessons.
• Commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, faith-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Creating an engaging learning environment that fosters academic and spiritual growth for Pre-K 4 students.
• Develop and implement daily lesson plans addressing spiritual, emotional, physical, and growth.
• Use diverse instructional techniques such as modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing.
• Adapt curriculum to meet individual learning needs.
• Promote positive behavior through redirection, positive reinforcement, and adherence to the school’s behavioral policies.
• Maintain positive communication with families through newsletters, daily updates, and as-needed outreach.
• Attend regular staff meetings and participate in annual reviews and professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree

ECE or Teacher Certification

Job description

St. Mary-St. Michael School in Derby, CT, is seeking a full-time Pre-K 4 Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role fosters a faith-based learning environment and supports early childhood growth.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with ECE or Teacher Certification, has 2 years of classroom experience, and is committed to nurturing young learners in a Catholic school setting.