Archdiocese of St. Louis·Farmington, Missouri
The teacher is responsible for planning and implementing daily lessons that support the holistic development of preschool children within a faith-filled environment. They must also manage the classroom, assess student progress, and collaborate with families and colleagues to foster a welcoming community.
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 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.
Candidates should have experience working with preschool-aged children and possess strong communication and organizational skills. A state or diocesan teaching certification is preferred, and a commitment to supporting Catholic values is required.
Market context
In Missouri, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by ongoing demand for educators with infant-toddler experience and formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field. These positions can be competitive because Montessori preparation and hands-on experience with children ages 0-3 are often required, along with standard benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and age-group experience before applying.
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