Pre-Kindergarten Teacher - St. Augustine Catholic School - Washington DC

Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Augustine Catholic School in Washington DC is hiring a Pre-K teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time role reporting to the Principal with a salary of $50,000 and excellent benefits.

The educator will plan lessons, deliver instruction, manage the classroom, and uphold Catholic values in all interactions. A Bachelor’s degree and state certification are required within three years of hire, with responsibilities including planning, instruction, and non-instructional duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and current teacher certification in MD/VA/DC.
• Knowledge of child development and supervision.
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons aligned with Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Deliver a balanced program of instruction with direct, guided, and hands-on activities.
• Administer formal and informal assessments and use data to differentiate instruction.
• Establish procedures and foster a positive, respectful classroom environment aligning with Catholic values.
• Communicate with parents through email, notes, and conferences; prepare progress reports and report cards.
• Attend liturgical ceremonies and support Catholic identity in the classroom.

Skills

Child development

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teacher certification in MD/VA/DC

Job description

St. Augustine Catholic School in Washington DC is hiring a Pre-K teacher for the 2026-27 school year.

This is a full time role and will report to the Principal.

The salary for this position is: $50,000 with excellent benefits.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

Planning

• Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Plan lessons that are learner based.
• Plan lessons that address the various needs of all students.

Instruction

• Deliver a balanced program of instruction that incorporates direct instruction, guide instruction, individual/ group practice, questioning, demonstration and discovery.
• Plan individual and group instruction that includes lectures, discussion 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.

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

• 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 and practices.
• Reflect the Catholic Church's teaching on social justice and witness service to others. (Policies for Catholic Schools - Third Revision - 2018)
• 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. (Policies for Catholic Schools - Third Edition - 2018)
• 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.