Kindergarten Prep Teacher

Teacher Position at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic SchoolThe professional hired to work as a teacher at our school will be responsible for the general supervision and management of fully potty-trained children between the ages of two and a half and five years of age.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe teacher services the school in an instructional capacity and performs the specific duties assigned by the Preschool Director.Provides grade appropriate instructional program including lesson planning, classroom preparation, and assessment of each student's performance and development.Supervises students.Respecting and honoring the needs of the individual children.Detects and reports to preschool director any student concerns.Helps create and follow plans to support students.Assume an equal share of the joint housekeeping responsibilities of the staff.Participates in faculty meetings, school committees, and in-services.Attends other school functions and activities as necessary.Use computers, overhead projectors, document cameras, iPad, and other electronic equipment.Administrative / Other ResponsibilitiesCommunicate regularly with parents in person and must be able to write professional emails.Complete tasks in a timely manner.Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.Demonstrate a respectful demeanor.Observe utmost confidentiality.RequirementsReligious QualificationsActive, practicing Roman Catholic (preferred)Basic Preschool Catechetical Certification (preferred)Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophyProfessional QualificationsProof of completion of 18 or more Early Childhood Education (ECE) UnitsBachelors or Associates degree preferredOrganized and have basic computer skills (Google for Education)Clear criminal background check (a clear Livescan for Community Care Licensing is a condition of employment)Experience teaching in a preschool classroomPositive professional references and recommendationsRequirements Upon HireCPR and First Aid CertificationProof of immunizationsProof of completed Mandated Reporter training for Child Care ProvidersCleared TB test to work in Licensed Child Care FacilityScheduleMonday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Schedule is to be determined by Preschool DirectorPhysical RequirementsTo successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the teacher must:Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstratingSit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc.Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfacesDeal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bendingReach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the classAssist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classroomsWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be inside the classroom. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.