Job Description
Kindergarten Teacher | St. Laurence Catholic School We are seeking a passionate and energetic Kindergarten Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to inspire and nurture young learners during their foundational years. As a vital member of our faculty, you will be expected to bring a high level of excitement for teaching and promoting the Catholic Faith , serving as a joyful witness of the Gospel to our students and families. We are a growing Catholic School and need more teachers! The Role In this position, you will create a vibrant, engaging classroom environment that promotes early childhood development, literacy, math skills, social-emotional growth, and a lifelong love of learning. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help shape the educational journey of children at a critical stage of their lives, fostering curiosity, confidence, and independence within a Christ-centered framework . Inclusive Excellence St. Laurence is committed to the success of every child. We are looking for an educator with a deep desire to help children of all academic abilities to learn . This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with diverse learners—including those with special needs or requiring early intervention support—ensuring that every student is supported and challenged in a dynamic setting committed to excellence. Qualifications & Preferences Faith Commitment: Must be an active, practicing Catholic excited to share the beauty of the Faith with the next generation. Educational Background: Degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education with appropriate certification. Language Skills: An ability to speak Spanish is preferred but not required , as we value the ability to engage with our diverse community. Duties and Responsibilities The Educator is responsible for teaching the curriculum from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Write and implement engaging lessons. Monitor and document student participation and progress and provide students with grades as appropriate to their grade level. Provide supervision and maintain a safe physical environment. Utilize positive behavior management procedures to build a respectful learning community with each student. Collaborate with other teachers, parents and stakeholders and participate in regular meetings Observe and understand students’ behavior and psyche and report suspicions of neglect, abuse etc. Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences etc. Maintain an organized and clean classroom and education space Refer items for purchase or repair to the administration. Communicate with administration and faculty regularly to include and inform them of student progress in their care. Read weekly memos and email and maintain awareness of school initiatives, and prepare for classes. Communicate with parents regularly. Duties and responsibilities as needed and assigned by the school principal. Essential Functions: Create a culture and atmosphere of professionalism and respect among faculty/staff and administration by refraining from criticizing colleagues in front of students or parents or to other faculty members, speaking respectfully to one another, and being inclusive of all members of the community. Commit to a culture of academic excellence and integrity by utilizing instructional time fully and communicating high expectations with parents and students. Build an atmosphere where students are encouraged in their spiritual and human formation to adopt Catholic values and the human virtues of integrity, honesty, maturity, and responsibility that will enable them to be successful in the future. Observe appropriate boundaries between students/parents and teachers in communication, technology, and finances. Follow all safety and security protocols and procedures and report any health, safety, or security concerns to the administration immediately. Skills: Proven experience as a teacher Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines partnered with a willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures Proficient in use of Google for Education and Google Classroom Able to learn and maintain an online gradebook, virtual communications, and other instructional technology and student information management systems. Well-organized and committed Creative and energetic Strong moral values and discipline Work independently