Preschool Teacher SY 25/26

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Overland (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Gerard Majella School seeks a joyful Catholic Preschool Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This full-time role involves teaching PreK students, planning lessons, and instilling Catholic values in a nurturing environment. Applicants should possess a relevant degree and teaching certification.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic in good standing preferred.
• Previous experience with young children in an educational setting is a plus.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and faith formation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Integrate Catholic teachings into daily activities.
• Foster a safe and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organizational skills

Teaching strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Missouri state teaching certification

Job description

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Preschool Teacher- St. Gerard Majella School is seeking a joyful Catholic who feels called to serve at our school in the 2025-2026 school year. This is a full time position teaching PreK (age 4) students. Applicants should hold a degree in early childhood or elementary education. Please send resume to Lucy Gintz at [e-mail].

Job Responsibilities

Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans that support the spiritual, cognitive, emotional, social, and physical growth of preschool-aged children.

Integrate Catholic teachings and values into daily activities, prayer, and classroom culture.

Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, kindness, and a love for learning.

Utilize a variety of teaching strategies and materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.

Conduct regular assessments to monitor student progress and communicate effectively with parents and administration.

Collaborate with fellow teachers, support staff, and administration to align with school-wide goals and standards.

Maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Participate in faculty meetings, school events, professional development opportunities, and faith-based activities as required by the Archdiocese.

Uphold and model the mission and philosophy of St. Gerard Majella and the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Requirements

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

Missouri state teaching certification appropriate for early childhood or preschool instruction.

Previous experience working with young children in an educational setting is preferred.

Practicing Catholic in good standing preferred; must be willing to support and model the Catholic faith.

Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

Commitment to professional growth and ongoing faith formation.

Ability to pass all required background checks and comply with Archdiocesan Safe Environment policies.

At the Archdiocese of St. Louis, we believe that every job is a potential pathway to purpose. Join a community where your skills and passion align with a greater mission, where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful difference for the Catholic faithful – and for the greater community – in St. Louis and 10 surrounding Missouri counties.