Kindergarten Teacher - St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School

Summary

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School seeks a dedicated Kindergarten teacher to cultivate a love of learning and the Lord in students through Catholic classical education. The school plans to expand to include PK3-7th grade and increase class sections in earlier grade levels.

Position Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic classical education and the school's mission
• Models Gospel values and adheres to school and Archdiocese policies
• Maintains confidentiality and ensures safety and well-being of students and others
• Collaborates with faculty to set instructional goals and methods
• Develops and implements lessons aligned with Catholic classical curriculum
• Assists in selecting instructional materials and supervises teacher aides
• Communicates with parents, students, and colleagues
• Participates in professional development activities

Planning & Instruction

• Develops and implements lessons aligned with Catholic classical curriculum
• Presents subject matter according to Texas Education Agency and DCS guidelines
• Collaborates with other faculty to determine instructional goals and methods
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning
• Assists in assigning tasks to teacher aides and volunteers
• Conducts ongoing assessments and uses results to plan instructional activities

Student Growth & Development

• Coaches students to develop moral and intellectual virtues
• Safeguards student behavior according to the Student Code of Conduct and handbook
• Supervises students during non-instructional periods and extracurricular activities
• Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned

Communication & Organization

• Maintains an accurate gradebook and provides narrative evaluations and grades
• Maintains open communication with parents, students, and colleagues
• Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately
• Compiles and files all necessary reports and documents

Professional Development

• Participates in faculty development activities
• Serves on staff committees as required
• Keeps informed of and complies with DCS regulations and policies

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years of teaching experience preferred, 12 credit hours in education courses or a valid state certificate
• Experience: Demonstrated competency in the assigned subject area(s)
• Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of classical education, strong organizational and communication skills, ability to work independently and on a team