Transitional Kindergarten Teacher (August 2026)

Job Summary Great candidates for this position are passionate people with a love of education, building up the Church on earth, who want great education in the Golden State, and love serving people-especially the children we teach! Faculty at Our Lady of the Pillar Academy actively engage in the school's system to promote character and virtue, and to help students grow in holiness. Full time faculty members are required to attend daily Mass with the entire student body, and assist in leading spiritual retreats. Duties You will lead a classroom of up to 12 Transitional Kindergarten students, and be present during the academic year from 7:30am-3:30pm Join us as a Transitional Kindergarten Teacher and be part of a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing young minds! Your enthusiasm for early childhood education combined with your commitment to child welfare will help shape the future of our students while providing a rewarding professional experience. With professionalism and heart, you will help foster a culture of grace and joy with your time on campus, so that when you go out to ask others to participate in the mission they can feel the wonder and goodness that they will be a part of by supporting our institution. Requirements OLPA is a Catholic organization, and employees should be in good standing with the Church with a good understanding of Church teaching, and willing to take and oath of fidelity to the Magisterium on all doctrinal matters. A collegial spirit that inspires students, parents and faculty according to our core values: Inspire with Joy, Celebrate with Love, Believe with Wonder, Endeavor with Courage, Grow with Commitment. Professionalism to represent an outstanding refreshingly classical liberal arts, joyfully Catholic school in the San Francisco Bay Area. 1-5 years demonstrated experience working with small children, preferred 1-2 years of classroom experience at minimum Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills, to be able to engage a wide range of stakeholders and opinions, from young students to parents to contributors. Knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and childcare best practices is required. Maintain the appearance and demeanor of ladies and gentlemen of classical formal academia including a tie for men. No denim, bare shoulders, low-cut tops, or visible tattoos. Preference for this role is given to candidates with training in The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and/or Montessori or classical curriculum. Maintain a California Driver's License in good standing, with your own insured automobile appropriate for travel to and from offsite school functions. Ability to plan engaging lessons that incorporate literacy education, math concepts, physical education activities, and social-emotional learning strategies.

Pay:

$57,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person