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

St. Augustine Catholic School - Washington DC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Responsibilities include planning lessons aligned with Archdiocese standards, delivering a balanced program, assessing student progress, and communicating with parents. Applicants must hold current state certification within three years of hire and comply with Catholic

Qualifications

• 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)

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 to measure progress and differentiate instruction.
• Use communication methods (email, notes home, calls) to keep parents informed of progress.
• Foster Catholic identity in line with church teachings and plan religious activities as applicable.
• Perform non-instructional duties (carpool, recess, coverage) and sponsor school activities.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Classroom supervision

Education

Teacher certification (MD/VA/DC)

Job description

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

Job Category: School Education

Requisition Number: PREKI003169

• Posted : July 29, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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St. Augustine Church
Washington, DC 200095810, USA

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 hour’s 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:

• 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.

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