Kindergarten Teacher

School Profile

Founded in 1880, Immaculate Conception Parish School and Preschool serves more than 480 families and over 820 students. The school employs more than 100 dedicated staff members, including administrators, office personnel, classroom teachers, resource teachers, special area teachers, teacher aides, and support staff. Immaculate Conception School fosters a “community of one Spirit in Christ Jesus,” dedicated to fulfilling the mission of Catholic education in the Archdiocese of St. Louis and serving the needs of its families.

Job Responsibilities

• Foster the intellectual, spiritual, social, emotional, and physical development of students in a Christ-centered learning environment.
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, faith-centered classroom environment.
• Integrate Catholic teachings, Gospel values, and character development into daily instruction and classroom activities.
• Achieve academic excellence by planning and delivering engaging, standards-based instruction aligned with curriculum goals and Archdiocesan standards.
• Achieve academic excellence by assessing student learning through a variety of formative and summative measures and providing timely feedback to students and families.
• Differentiate instruction to address diverse learning styles, abilities, and needs.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, assessments, and student progress.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents and guardians regarding student achievement, behavior, and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, support staff, and administration to promote student success and school improvement.
• Model professionalism, integrity, and Christian values in all interactions with students, families, colleagues, and parish community members.
• Uphold all school policies, procedures, and expectations of the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field required.
• Valid Missouri teaching certification required.
• Elementary or middle school teaching certification required; mathematics specialization preferred.
• Practicing Catholic preferred and supportive of the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Strong instructional, organizational, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and lifelong learning.

Benefits

The Archdiocese of St. Louis offers flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence. Additionally, employees can contribute to Archdiocese-sponsored volunteer events.