Preschool - Kindergarten

Archdiocese of Omaha; Nebraska; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of Omaha invites applications for a Kindergarten/Elementary teacher at St Mary Osmond, under the Early Elementary department. You will deliver standards-based instruction aligned with Archdiocesan and Nebraska standards while fostering literacy, math skills, and a caring classroom environment.

The role emphasizes integrating Catholic teachings, prayer, Gospel values, and collaboration with staff and parents to support student growth and faith formation in a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education (required).
• Nebraska teaching certificate or ability to obtain.
• Experience in early childhood or primary grades preferred.
• Practicing Catholic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction aligned with Archdiocesan and Nebraska state standards.
• Foster early literacy, writing, and foundational math skills.
• Create a structured and nurturing classroom environment that supports social-emotional development.
• Integrate Catholic teachings, prayer, and Gospel values into daily instruction.
• Assess student progress and use data to guide instruction.
• Communicate regularly with parents.
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers, support staff, and administration.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and positive learning environment.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events.

Skills

Understanding of early development

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Communication & collaboration

Catholic education & faith formation

Technology integration

Professionalism & organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education

Nebraska teaching certificate or ability to obtain

Early childhood or primary-grade experience preferred

Practicing Catholic preferred

Job description

Location

Name of Facility: St Mary Osmond

Address: 302 E 5th St
Nebraska Osmond

Description

Department: Early Elementary

Reports to: Teacher Facilitator/Pastor

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction aligned with Archdiocesan and Nebraska state standards
• Foster early literacy, writing, and foundational math skills
• Create a structured and nurturing classroom environment that supports social-emotional development
• Integrate Catholic teachings, prayer, and Gospel values into daily instruction
• Assess student progress and use data to guide instruction
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers, support staff, and administration
• Maintain a safe, organized, and positive learning environment
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of early childhood development and Kindergarten best practices
• Effective classroom management skills
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to Catholic education and faith formation
• Ability to integrate technology to enhance learning
• Professionalism, flexibility, and strong organizational skills

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education (required)
• Valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate (or ability to obtain)
• Early childhood or primary-grade teaching experience preferred
• Practicing Catholic preferred