Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Vermont Catholic Schools Office; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermont Catholic Schools Office Christ the King School in Burlington seeks a joyful Pre-Kindergarten Teacher to foster a Christ-centered classroom inspired by Gospel values. You will create a warm, supportive environment for young children and collaborate with families and colleagues in a faith-filled school community.

The candidate should hold a background in early childhood education, strong classroom management, and a commitment to faith formation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ECE/Elementary Education or related field.
• Valid state teaching certification or eligibility for certification.
• Experience teaching preschool or early childhood students.
• Knowledge of child development and best practices in early childhood education.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Background checks completed and Safe Environment training.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom for preschool children.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with standards.
• Integrate Catholic values, prayer, and faith formation daily.
• Support cognitive, language, social-emotional, physical, and spiritual growth through play.
• Establish positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Communicate regularly with families about development and achievement.
• Participate in faculty meetings, liturgies, and school events.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Faith-based education understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field

Valid state teaching certification or eligibility for certification

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Vermont Catholic Schools Office Christ the King School (Burlington) - Burlington, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Vermont Catholic Schools Office Christ the King School (Burlington) - Burlington, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5853460
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

At Christ the King School, we are a faith-filled Catholic PreSchool through 8th Grade school dedicated to nurturing the spiritual, academic, social, emotional, and physical development of every child. We partner with families to provide an exceptional education rooted in Gospel values, Catholic tradition, and academic excellence. Thus, we are seeking a joyful, caring, and dedicated Pre-Kindergarten Teacher who is passionate about early childhood education and who is committed to fostering a Christ-centered learning environment for our youngest students.

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom that supports the developmental needs of preschool-aged children.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with early childhood learning standards and the school's curriculum.
• Integrate Catholic values, prayer, and faith formation into daily classroom experiences.
• Foster students' cognitive, language, social-emotional, physical, and spiritual growth through play-based and hands-on learning.
• Establish positive relationships with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Monitor student progress and communicate regularly with families regarding development and achievement.
• Maintain a well-organized classroom that promotes exploration, creativity, and independence.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, liturgies, and other activities that support the mission of the school.

Additionally, we offer the following:

• A welcoming, faith-filled school community.
• Supportive administration and collaborative faculty.
• Opportunities for professional and spiritual growth.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Job Requirements

• Qualifications
  Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field.
  Valid state teaching certification or eligibility for certification preferred.
  Experience teaching preschool or early childhood students preferred.
  Knowledge of child development and best practices in early childhood education.
  Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
  Practicing Catholic preferred, or a willingness to support and uphold the mission, philosophy, and teachings of the Catholic Church.
  Successful completion of all required background checks and diocesan Safe Environment training.
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kelley Alderman , Principal
• 136 Locust Street
• Burlington, Vermont 05401
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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