Lead Preschool Teacher - 4-5

• 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

Ascension Catholic Church, Chesterfield is seeking a part-time Lead Preschool Teacher for ages 4–5 who provides a nurturing, faith-filled, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. Rooted in Catholic values, this role integrates spiritual, social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development while fostering a love of learning and respect for self and others.

Job responsibilities

• Faith Formation & Catholic Identity
• Model and promote Catholic values, prayer, and moral development in the classroom.
• Participate in school liturgies, prayer services, and religious instruction as appropriate for preschool level.
• Collaborate with families to support the faith formation of each child.

• Instruction & Curriculum
• Plan and implement daily lessons that support the holistic development of preschool children, aligning with diocesan early childhood standards.
• Use play-based and hands-on learning experiences to promote curiosity and creativity.
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
• Integrate faith, literacy, math, science, art, and social-emotional learning into the curriculum.

• Classroom Environment & Management
• Create a safe, welcoming, and engaging classroom that encourages independence and cooperation.
• Establish routines and positive behavior expectations grounded in respect and Christian values.
• Observe and assess student progress, maintaining accurate records and communicating regularly with parents.

• Collaboration & Professionalism
• Work closely with assistant teachers, colleagues, and administration to ensure a cohesive early childhood program.
• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and school-wide activities.
• Communicate effectively with parents through conferences, newsletters, and daily interactions.

• Job requirements
• State teaching certification and/or diocesan certification (preferred).
• Experience teaching or working with preschool-aged children.
• Active, practicing Catholic preferred; commitment to supporting Catholic values required.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

• 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.