Preschool Lead Teacher

Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume to:Shannon Coltrain, CPA - Coordinator of Payroll & Benefits View email address on click.appcast.io St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School Employment Type Part Time Location Cary, NC Posted Date February 24, 2026 Position Summary: The Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher (for age 2 ) to join St. Michael Preschool in Cary, NC. The lead teacher will provide a safe, nurturing, faith-filled environment for children in our half-day preschool program while maintaining the overall supervision of students and daily class functions. Key responsibilities: Engage children in socialization and play-based learning that is developmentally age-appropriate and follows the Diocese of Raleigh Preschool Standards. Work effectively with an Assistant Teacher and participate in ongoing collaboration and planning with the preschool director and colleagues. Establish positive and effective family relations through ongoing parent communication. Attend all required staff meetings, workshops, and school functions. Complete 10 hours of continuing education per year. Early Childhood teachers must have either a bachelor’s degree in early childhood or elementary education, or have two years of experience working with young children and have, or be in the process of attaining, an early childhood credential. Two or more years of previous experience in a play-based early childhood center. Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training prior to start. Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years of work experience with young children ages 2–5 years old. Previous experience in a play-based early childhood center. Exhibits great love and patience for children. Effective written and spoken communication A practicing Catholic preferred with thorough knowledge of the Catholic faith and ability to communicate it to a wider audience in both words and actions. #J-18808-Ljbffr