Preschool Teachers for the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego

Description The Catholic Diocese of San Diego is looking for qualified, experienced and passionate educators who are deeply committed to developing Christ-centered, forward-thinking leaders to serve our future Church and our world. Please see below for the general responsibilities and qualifications and apply now to be considered for immediate teaching needs around the Diocese.

Teaching Responsibilities Manage daily operations of preschool program for children and their families Create and maintain a safe, stimulating and inviting early education preschool environment to maximize the growth and development of every child Implement learning activities and opportunities in the early education preschool setting Provide training and direction for Preschool Instructional Assistants or other assigned staff Work in collaboration with Preschool Instructional Assistants and other teaching staff to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum based on individual assessment of child’s growth and development Establish a professional relationship between parents and early education preschool site including conducting parent/teacher conferences to assist parents’ understanding of their child’s development and/or students with issues; participates in daily discussions with parents; engages parents and families in early education preschool activities Administrative/Other Responsibilities Return voice-mail/e-mail messages in a timely manner Communicate regularly with parents Maintain a neat and orderly classroom Verify student absences and maintain daily attendance and safety logs. Demonstrate a respectful demeanor with staff, students, and parents Observe utmost confidentiality regarding parent, student, staff information/conversations Supervise playground and other areas of duty as the role may require Perform other related duties as assigned which may include serving meals to children in the program, assisting with basic hygiene, assistance in the development of independent toileting and conduct basic cleaning and sanitizing during the school day

Requirements

• Religious Qualifications Active, practicing Roman Catholic (preferred) Basic Preschool Catechetical Certification (preferred) Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophy Professional Qualifications Proof of completion of 12 or more Early Childhood Education (ECE) Units Clear criminal background check (a clear Livescan for Community Care Licensing is a condition of employment) Experience teaching in a preschool classroom Positive professional references and recommendations Requirements upon hire CPR and First Aid Certification Proof of immunizations Proof of completed Mandated Reporter training for Child Care Providers Cleared TB test to work in Licensed Child Care Facility Physical Requirements To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the teacher must: Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom.