Teacher, Preschool
St Louis, MO, US, 63123-2719
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.
Job Summary
Candidates should have knowledge of the principles of child growth and development to work with children and communicate daily with families. 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 self-motivation (curiosity) to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.
Job Responsibilities
- Understand development milestones for children 24-48 months and create play experiences to encourage language skills, friendships, fine motor development and individual growth.
- Understands the development of self-regulation in children 24-48 months as well as age-appropriate expectations for peer interactions.
- Creates a nurturing, responsive environment that promotes positive and the development of social and emotional competencies.
- Observes closely and with understanding to determine possible causes of challenging behavior, implementing preventive measures, teaching children new social and communication skills in partnership with families.
- Creates partnerships with families to establish positive interaction patterns in program, school, and home.
- Introduces Bible stories, Catholic teachings, Advent and Lent and creates a faith filled classroom.
- Create potty training goals and help students during diaper changes and potty training
- Communicate with parents daily and send weekly newsletter
Job Requirements
- 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
Contact: Angie Langhauser, preschool@-hca-stl.org
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.