Preschool - St Vincent Catholic Church, Dutzow

• 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 The Preschool Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, faith-filled learning environment that supports the spiritual, academic, social, and emotional development of young children.
• This role integrates early childhood education with Catholic values and teachings.Job Responsibilities Instruction & Curriculum

Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons in literacy, math, science, and social skills Use play-based and hands-on learning strategies Adapt instruction to meet individual student needs

Faith Formation

Incorporate Catholic teachings into daily lessons and activities Lead children in age-appropriate prayers (e.g., before meals, start/end of day) Teach Bible stories, Christian values, and basic religious concepts Model Christ-centered behavior, kindness, and respect

Classroom Management

Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment Establish routines that support structure and positive behavior Supervise children during class, recess, and activities

Student Development

Support social, emotional, and behavioral growth Encourage positive interactions and conflict resolution Observe and assess student progress

Communication

Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians Provide updates on student progress and development Participate in parent-teacher conferences

Collaboration

• Work with school staff, administration, and parish community Participate in school events, liturgies, and professional development Job Requirements Experience working with young children preferred Practicing Catholic preferred (or willingness to support Catholic mission) Knowledge of child development and early learning practices Patience, compassion, and enthusiasm for working with children Strong classroom management and organizational skills Effective communication with children, parents, and staff Ability to integrate faith into daily instruction Creativity and flexibility 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.