Kindergarten Teacher
Diocese of Venice in Florida
Location
Naples, Florida
Quick overview
The teacher will develop and administer grade-level curriculum while maintaining a safe classroom environment conducive to individualized learning. Responsibilities include creating detailed lesson plans, conducting student assessments, and fostering communication with parents.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a valid Professional Florida Educator Certificate or be eligible for certification. A successful applicant must also pass a Level 2 background check and demonstrate proficiency in current teaching methods.
Job description
Job Title: Kindergarten Teacher, Full-time (2026-2027 School Year)
Reports to: Principal
Location
St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic School | Naples, FL
Overview
- St.
- Elizabeth Seton Catholic School, established in 1981, offers Pre kindergarten 3 through Grade 8 in a Christ-centered environment.
- Our mission, to nurture the development of each student while incorporating academic excellence in an atmosphere of faith, discipline, love, and service is evident throughout the school.
- Along with core subjects, students experience physical education, art, music, band, technology, Life Skills, and drama.
- Teachers are degreed and Florida certified and are committed to helping students achieve.
- Job Responsibilities
- Develops and administers school grade-level curriculum consistent with Diocesan goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction.
- Develops detailed lesson plans and related instructional materials.
- Translates lesson plans into learning experiences; differentiates instruction based on student learning style and needs.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning.
- Continues professional knowledge of developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops and professional meetings.
- Encourages parental involvement in student education and ensures effective communication to students and parents.
- Administers standardized tests in accordance with Diocesan assessment programs.
- Actively participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Participates in activities outside of the classroom involving students.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary education that is applicable to a teaching assignment.
- Hold a current, 5-year renewable Professional Florida Educator Certificate; a 3-4 year non-renewable Temporary Florida Educator Certificate or be eligible for certification.
- Strong understanding and knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
- Excellent communications skills both written and oral.
- Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Proficiency with computer network systems and software programs.
- Ability to use technology to enhance student learning.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Complete and pass a FDLE Level 2 background check.
Please note
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