St. Andrew Parish School is a faith-centered Catholic elementary school, fully accredited, serving Preschool through 8th grade students. We are located in Delavan, with an enrollment of 150+ students. We enhance each child's spiritual, academic, and social development in partnership with the Church, our parents, and our community, all based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Our families appreciate the high-quality education, commitment, and care that our faculty provides to their children.

The 4K Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, faith-filled, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for four-year-old students in a Catholic school setting. The teacher integrates Catholic values and teachings into daily instruction while supporting the spiritual, academic, social, emotional, and physical growth of each child.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction & Classroom Management

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate lessons aligned with early childhood standards and the school curriculum.
• Foster language, literacy, math readiness, science, social studies, fine motor, and social-emotional development.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom environment.
• Use positive behavior management techniques that reflect Christian values and respect for each child.
• Adapt instruction to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records.

Faith Formation

• Model and promote Catholic values, morals, and teachings.
• Incorporate prayer, Bible stories, religious songs, and faith-based activities into the daily routine.
• Support the mission and philosophy of the Catholic school.
• Participate in school Masses, prayer services, and religious celebrations.

Communication & Collaboration

• Maintain open, professional communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues, administration, and support staff.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events.
• Work in partnership with families to support student success.

Health & Safety

• Supervise students at all times to ensure safety and well-being.
• Follow school procedures related to health, safety, emergency preparedness, and child protection.

Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements and diocesan policies.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Interested candidates should email their resumé and cover letter to Principal Maureen Mathew at [email protected].