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Archdiocese of St. Louis

Kindergarten Teacher

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An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.

$62,679 / year median in Missouri

+8% projected growth

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The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Job Summary Ste. Genevieve DuBois Catholic School is seeking a passionate, faith-filled, and dedicated Kindergarten Teacher to create a nurturing, engaging, and academically enriching learning environment for young learners. The Kindergarten Teacher is responsible for fostering the spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of students while integrating Catholic values and teachings throughout the curriculum. This position requires a collaborative educator who is committed to promoting student growth, building strong relationships with families, and supporting the mission of Ste. Genevieve DuBois Catholic School. Job Description The Kindergarten Teacher plans and delivers developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with curriculum standards and the mission of Catholic education. The teacher creates a positive classroom culture that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning while supporting the individual needs of each student. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues, communicate effectively with parents, assess student progress, and actively participate in the life of the school community. Job Responsibilities Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that support academic growth and kindergarten readiness. Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that fosters positive social and emotional development. Integrate Catholic values, teachings, and traditions into daily instruction and classroom activities. Assess student learning through formal and informal methods and maintain accurate student records. Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, developmental, and learning needs of students. Establish clear classroom expectations and implement effective classroom management strategies. Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, achievements, and concerns. Collaborate with administrators, faculty, support staff, and families to support student success. Participate in faculty meetings, professional development opportunities, school events, and other assigned activities. Monitor and promote student health, safety, and well-being throughout the school day. Utilize educational technology and instructional resources to enhance student engagement and learning. Support the school's mission and contribute positively to the Catholic faith community. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field. Valid state teaching certification or ability to obtain certification. Experience teaching early childhood or elementary-aged students preferred. Practicing Catholic preferred or willingness to support the mission and values of Catholic education. Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills. Ability to foster positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. The Archdiocese of St. Louis 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. .buttontext8cf5aa81ae4d1a72 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext8cf5aa81ae4d1a72 a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #1a3048 !important; outline: none !important; } Our Mission We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed. .buttontext909e5791a6a72ef0 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext909e5791a6a72ef0 a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #1a3048 !important; outline: none !important; } Benefits Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That's why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence. As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you'll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we're working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.