Junior Kindergarten - Full Day Teacher

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

The Junior Kindergarten Lead Teacher for Holy Infant Catholic School is responsible for creating a nurturing, faith‑centered, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that supports the spiritual, academic, social, emotional, and physical growth of young children. The Lead Teacher models Catholic values, integrates faith into daily instruction, and fosters a classroom community rooted in kindness, respect, and Christian love.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Establish consistent routines and age‑appropriate behavioral expectations.
• Promote positive social interactions and guide students in conflict‑resolution skills.
• Integrate Catholic faith, prayer, and values into the daily classroom experience.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and early‑childhood licensing regulations.
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons and activities that engage young learners.
• Observe, document, and assess student progress using formal and informal methods.
• Maintain accurate records of student development, academics, and behavior.
• Communicate regularly, professionally, and respectfully with parents/guardians.
• Collaborate with school staff, administration, and the JK aide to promote student success.
• Participate in school events, professional development, and staff meetings as required.
• Support the mission and values of Holy Infant Catholic School and the Catholic Church.

Job Requirements

• Practicing Catholic in good standing.
• Experience teaching preschool or pre‑kindergarten (or similar early childhood experience).
• Strong classroom‑management skills appropriate for young learners.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to the mission, values, and philosophy of Catholic education.
• Ability to meet the physical needs of an early childhood classroom (active play, lifting, floor activities).

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.