PreKindergarten Teacher (3-Year-Olds)

Trinity School is a PreK3 through 8th grade co-educational Catholic independent school rooted in Gospel values and affiliated with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. Trinity’s PreKindergarten program fosters a love of learning in an environment that supports each child’s academic, social, and spiritual development. A hallmark of the school is its commitment to a challenging and comprehensive curriculum delivered in a manner that encourages each student to thrive, while integrating family and religious values.

About the Role

Trinity School seeks a nurturing, collaborative, and mission-driven educator to serve as a PreKindergarten Teacher working with 4-year-old students. The teacher will create a developmentally appropriate, student-centered classroom environment that supports early childhood learning through play, inquiry, and exploration, while fostering the academic, social-emotional, and spiritual growth of young learners.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with early childhood best practices and Trinity School curriculum.
• Incorporates play-based, inquiry-driven learning experiences that promote exploration, creativity, and problem-solving.
• Uses whole group and small group instruction to support student engagement and learning.
• Differentiates instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Uses observation, documentation, and developmentally appropriate assessment strategies to guide instruction and support individual growth.
• Prepares report card comments and communicates student progress.
• Creates a nurturing, safe, and inclusive classroom environment that supports student well-being and belonging.
• Designs and maintains an engaging classroom environment that encourages independence, exploration, and student choice.
• Implements effective classroom management strategies appropriate for early childhood learners.
• Supports the social, emotional, and behavioral development of students.
• Encourages curiosity and fosters student voice in the learning process.
• Promotes respect for diversity and creates an inclusive learning community.
• Supervises students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and other assigned duties.
• Maintains timely and professional communication with parents/guardians regarding student development and classroom activities.
• Conducts parent-teacher conferences and supports family engagement in the learning process.
• Collaborates with colleagues, specialists, and administrators to support student success.
• Participates in faculty meetings, professional development, retreats, and school committees.
• Engages in ongoing professional growth in early childhood education.
• Engages in reflective practice to continuously improve instruction and support student growth.
• Contributes positively to the school community and supports the mission of Trinity School.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Experience teaching in a preschool, prekindergarten, or early childhood setting.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Completion of required training in accordance with federal, state, and school regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certification.
• Experience in a Catholic or independent school setting.

Core Competencies

• Commitment to Catholic education and the mission of Trinity School.
• Strong classroom management and early childhood instructional practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build supportive relationships with young children and families.
• Collaborative mindset with strong organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and assist young children as needed.
• Must be able to perform routine classroom and supervisory duties.

Benefits

Trinity School offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, a 403(b) retirement plan, and paid time off.

The successful candidate will be required to complete and pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check and MSDE employment history review.