Archdiocese of Baltimore·Hagerstown, Maryland
The teacher is responsible for planning and implementing standards-based lessons that foster academic, social, and spiritual growth in young learners. They must also maintain a safe, faith-filled classroom environment while collaborating with staff and communicating effectively with parents.
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Mary Catholic School, located in Hagerstown, Maryland, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Full-Time PreK3 Teacher to join our early childhood education team.
The PreK3 Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing daily standards-based lessons that foster the development of age-appropriate skills and concepts across all subject areas.
The successful candidate will create a nurturing, faith-filled learning environment that supports the social, emotional, spiritual, physical, and academic growth of young learners.
In addition, the teacher will actively engage parents, colleagues, and school leadership in support of the curriculum and educational mission prescribed by the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
Essential Functions
Develop and document weekly lesson plans and labs consistent with curriculum guidelines.
Provide grade appropriate instructional program within the content of the Archdiocesan Curriculum in all subject areas.
Maintains high professional standards consistent with the mission of the school and the teaching of the Catholic Church.
Responsible for the safety and active supervision of students at all times and for classroom management.
Implement lessons utilizing techniques to motivate, challenge, and engage students.
Establish reasonable standards for student achievement, updating PowerSchool grade book weekly.
Interact effectively and respond to all parent communication in a professional, empathetic, and timely manner.
Participate in all faculty meetings, retreats, school committees and in-service learning opportunities.
Work collaboratively with other teachers, staff, and administration.
Actively participate in ongoing professional development and professional learning communities.
Position Qualifications
Degree in Elementary Education and/or 90-hours certification.
Current MSDE certification and/or 90-hours certification.
Experience in a Catholic School setting is preferred.
Must be a practicing Catholic.
Must be comfortable with technology to include GSuite for Education (including Google Classroom), Smartboards, Chromebooks.
Must have a commitment to Catholic School education.
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$48,000 - $55,000, Annualized
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Candidates must hold a degree in Elementary Education or a 90-hour certification and possess current MSDE certification. Applicants are required to be practicing Catholics with a commitment to Catholic school education and proficiency in educational technology.
Market context
In Maryland, classroom teacher roles for infant/toddler and preschool settings are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs in licensed early learning programs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for Maryland-qualified candidates with a clean background check, and prefer a CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework plus prior experience with young children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your qualifications and availability before applying.
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