Early Childhood Teacher

St Louis, MO, US, 63123-2719

Job Summary

Holy Cross Academy is a vibrant Catholic preschool - 8th grade with over 500 students enrolled. The Early Childhood campus is located in Affton, Missouri, offering 9 early childhood classrooms for children ages 2-5. Teachers will be expected to implement a child-centered daily routine, curriculum and a learning environment that encourages the development of age-appropriate positive social interactions, active exploration/ engagement in learning, and curiosity to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.

Traditional school year positions and 12 month positions available

Regular weekly schedule: 7:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m or 7:45 a.m.- 3:45 p.m.

Full Time, with benefits and retirement plan available

Job Responsibilities

Create a nurturing, and loving classroom environment that promotes social and emotional development
Create partnerships with families to establish positive interaction between the program, school, and home
Plan daily lessons integrating music, movement, art, reading and fine motor
Introduce Bible stories, Catholic teachings, Advent and Lent, in a faith filled classroom
Communicate with parents daily and send weekly newsletter
Understand developmental milestones of young children and create play experiences to encourage language skills, friendships, fine motor development and individual growth.
Work with other teachers to plan and lead school wide events

Job Requirements

Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Parents as Teachers Certification, Child Development or other related field preferred with preschool experience.
Religion will be taught daily following Catholic teachings and values
Ability to navigate multiple stairs and playground surfaces
Sit on floor and smaller chairs to work with children
Ability to lift 40 lbs on a daily basis
Complete Protecting God's Children training and background check

Experience the Difference. MAKE a difference.

Rooted in the love of Jesus Christ, our schools are safe, welcoming communities where teachers are supported, and children are nurtured to grow and reach their full potential through rigorous academics and consistently high expectations, and faith-based service.

Catholic Education in our region dates back more than 200 years. Today, our parish and archdiocesan preschool, elementary and high schools serve more than 30,000 students in St. Louis and 10 surrounding Missouri counties