Preschool Teacher (Part-time MWF) - Holy Family Catholic Academy - Inverness

Role Overview

Schedule: Part-Time, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (8:15 AM – 3:45 PM)
Target Age: 3-year-old classroom
Reports to: Principal

Primary Function

The Classroom Teacher for the 3-year-old program is responsible for facilitating a classroom environment that encourages inquiry, independence, and social-emotional growth. Following the IB Primary Years Program (PYP) framework, the teacher will lead students through a full day of balanced academic exploration, play-based learning, and spiritual development.

Key Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership: Plan and execute inquiry-based lessons that align with IB standards, specifically tailored for the developmental milestones of 3-year-olds.
• Full-Day Management: Supervise the complete daily rhythm, including morning inquiry, snack, outdoor play, lunch, and rest time.
• Spiritual Guidance: Integrate Catholic values and the "Know God" mission into daily interactions and age-appropriate prayer.
• Documentation & Assessment: Observe and document student development to share insights with parents and the early childhood team.
• Collaborative Partnership: Work seamlessly with co-teachers and specialty staff to ensure a consistent, nurturing experience for every child.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree (Preferred).
• Certification: Valid Professional Educators License (PEL) with Early Childhood Endorsement.
• Experience: Previous experience in a preschool or licensed childcare setting is highly valued.
• Skills: Ability to pivot between high-energy instruction and calm, nurturing care (especially during transition times).
• Physical: Ability to stand/walk for long periods, engage with children on their level (floor play), and lift up to 30 lbs.

Personal & Professional Qualities

• A "curiosity-first" mindset that models the IB Learner Profile.
• Strong communication skills for building "bridge" relationships between school and home.
• A commitment to the Academy's mission to think, lead, and care in service of a better world.

General Responsibilities

As a professional educator in a Catholic school, the Teacher will:

• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church
• Act as a role model for the religious formation of students and as a representative of the Archbishop of Chicago and the Catholic Church in the performance of the Church's ministry
• Know, teach and act consistently in accordance with the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives and policies and procedures of the Catholic school
• Complete Catholic identity formation training and other required professional development from the Archdiocese of Chicago (regardless of grade/subject area or personal faith tradition)
• Lead and/or participate in any and all religious instruction, ceremonies, rituals or other religious activities as directed by the principal
• Communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues and principal
• Participate in any and all professional development programs required by the Archdiocese of Chicago and/or the local school/parish
• Perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal
• Attend required faculty and staff meetings
• Cooperate with the principal and staff members in school related meetings, activities and projects
• Maintain accurate student attendance and academic records
• Maintain a safe, orderly and secure learning and working environment
• Participate in the annual performance review
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students and general school matters
• Positively represent the school/parish at all school/parish events (including extracurricular activities) and in the general public
• The principal assigns specific tasks essential to the function of the position

Requirements And Preferences

• Practicing Catholic (preferred, required for religion teachers)
• Must meet compliance with safe environment requirements
• Must hold Bachelor's degree
• Must have valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required)
• Must complete Catholic identity formation training

Pay

This position has a salary range of $38,527 – $68,776 for a Lay employee and $35,686 – $62,316. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.