Full-time Kindergarten Teacher for 2026-2027 School Year St. Jude School, located in South Bend, is a vibrant school community with 228 students Pre-K through 8th grade. We have one class for each grade level, with a strong special education department that makes St. Jude a place for all children to learn. This is a full time position for the 2026-2027 school year. Ideal applicants must possess a bachelor's degree and have direct experience with or a strong understanding of early childhood programs and curricula.
Ideal candidate will:
Be a part of a vibrant, Catholic, faith-filled educational community. Collaborate with the Early Childhood Team Utilize the Indiana Academic Standards and our Diocesan Curriculum Plan and implement differentiated, standards-based lessons for students with a Mild or Moderate Disability as well as students above grade level Possess strong behavior management skills. Have the ability to provide effective whole group instruction as well as small group instruction Possess knowledge of Writer's Workshop, 6+1 Traits and Daily Five Track student progress towards mastery of Indiana Academic Standards Communicate consistently and professionally with students, parents, staff, & administration Possess an active Indiana teaching license, Emergency Permit, or be working toward licensing Participate in diocesan and school improvement goals including professional development. Foster the spiritual development of students. Work collaboratively with other members of the Lower elementary school team to create cross curricular units Complete other duties as assigned by the principal Teaching License or Emergency Permit Required