Early Childhood Teacher Pre-K 3
Early Childhood Teacher Pre-K 3
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Are you an educator who believes in the power of discovery and meaningful challenge We are seeking teachers who can transform the classroom into a space where students are excited to explore question and grow. Your creative approach to teaching will spark curiosity while your collaborative spirit will enrich both student learning and our school community. If this sounds like you we hope you will apply!
Why St. Michaels Prep
Located in the hills of southwest Austin Texas St. Michaels Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding coeducational Independent Catholic school serving students from PreKindergarten through 12th grade in Austin Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 34th grades the Middle School houses grades 58 and the Upper School contains grades 912. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition a welcoming and diverse community excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities. Additionally we are a technology rich school. Thus teachers and staff are expected to demonstrate meaningful skill with technology and an enthusiasm for technological growth in order to create authentic learning experiences for their students. Teachers at St. Michaels Prep further serve as role models that inspire students to critically think reflect explore and apply their faith concretely to their lives. We are one community on two campuses with three divisions united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind body and spirit
- Our values : Integrity Courage & Excellence
- Our mission: St. Michaels Prep cultivates a transformative Independent school experience rooted in Catholic spirituality where we seek excellence in every pursuit and form virtuous leaders who positively impact the world.
We employ and optimize practices that promote growth of critical thinking collaboration communication and creativity.
Summary of Position
St. Michaels Prep is seeking a qualified and passionate Early Childhood (PreK 3 Teacher with knowledge of Reggio Emilia and Montessori philosophies along with a deep understanding of constructivism and socialemotional learning in order to create a joyful environment where children move from me to we. Our PreK 3 program explores the cultural identities and unique profiles of our students in order to build self and social awareness educating children who will become empathetic and virtuous leaders who positively impact the world. This is a 10month fulltime position with a competitive salary and benefits that will begin in August 2025.
Ideal Candidates
The ideal candidate is passionate about working with young children has a foundational understanding of child development and possesses a professional and nurturing demeanor. Candidates must be skilled in delivering innovative and creative crosscurricular instruction that is rooted in inquiry and discovery. Meaningful parent partnerships are central to student success. Parents look to educators to help guide and explore the stages of development and the rapid growth that accompanies early childhood. As such strong communication skills are required as frequent parent communication is expected. A collaborative and growth mindset is essential as well.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Knowledge and understanding of the developmental stages and needs of early childhood students
- Experienced in or willing to develop expertise in social and emotional learning (Responsive Classroom) and project based learning
- Create a welcoming and inviting classroom environment that fosters a feeling of significance belonging and fun for all students
- Manage classroom systems and student behavior to maintain an inclusive engaging learning environment
- Facilitate the intellectual emotional physical and social growth of each child
- Collaborate with faculty to ensure ensure a cohesive and comprehensive educational experience
- Foster a love of learning through playbased and inquirybased teaching methods
- Teach in a responsive and inclusive manner establishing clear objectives
- Participate in professional development opportunities to learn and utilize innovative tools and techniques that improve student learning
- Monitor and document student progress communicating effectively with parents through diverse avenues including weekly newsletters in person conversations conferences phone calls and emails to build strong partnerships and support student growth and development
- Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned including supervision during lunch recess and carpool duties
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- A collaborative and curious approach to teaching and learning
- A bachelors degree required
- At least two years of teaching experience required
- Prior early childhood teaching experience within independent schools is preferred
- Experience working on a team is preferred as this is a collaborative position
Please submit an online application for employment and attach a cover letter and resume. Please send questions to
St. Michaels Catholic Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to race color religion sex gender national origin age physical or mental disability genetic information veteran status military service application for military service or any other status protected by applicable law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
