Preschool Teacher at Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Early Childhood Education, Classroom Management, Communication, Supervision, Professional Development, Cultural Awareness, Child Development, Teamwork, Respect, Confidentiality, Safety, Organization, Adaptability, Creativity, Hygiene Assistance, Sanitization

Industry

Religious Institutions

Description

Description School Name: St. Columba Catholic Preschool Location: 3365 Glencolum Dr, San Diego, CA 92123 Reports to: Preschool Director Employment Type: Full Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Rate: $19 per hour. St. Columba Catholic Preschool is seeking a qualified, experienced and passionate preschool teacher who is deeply committed to developing Christ-centered, forward-thinking leaders to serve our future Church and our world. St. Columba Catholic School is a parish school located in San Diego, California. The preschool program serves students ages 2 to 5. Teaching Responsibilities Supervising and implementing the program for the class in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school Respecting and honoring the needs of the individual children with concern for their interests, special needs, talents, and individual style and pace of learning Considering individual children in relationship to their cultural and socioeconomic background. Treating children with dignity and respect Helping children to become aware of their roles as integral members of a group Being responsible for the ordered arrangement, appearance, decor and learning environment of the classroom Assuming an equal share of the joint housekeeping responsibilities of the staff after the children have either departed or are under the supervision of another teacher Participating in recommended training programs, conferences, courses and other aspects of professional growth Assisting in the ongoing evaluation procedures needed to assess the development levels of the children Other duties as assigned Administrative/Other Responsibilities Communicate regularly with parents Maintain a neat and orderly classroom Verify student absences and maintain daily attendance and safety logs Demonstrate a respectful demeanor with staff, students, and parents Observe utmost confidentiality regarding parent, student, staff information/conversations Supervise playground and other areas of duty as the role may require Perform other related duties as assigned which may include serving meals to children in the program, assisting with basic hygiene, assistance in the development of independent toileting and conduct basic cleaning and sanitizing during the school day Requirements Religious Qualifications Active, practicing Roman Catholic (preferred) Basic Preschool Catechetical Certification (preferred) Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophy Professional Qualifications Proof of completion of 12 or more Early Childhood Education (ECE) Units Clear criminal background check (a clear Livescan for Community Care Licensing is a condition of employment) Experience teaching in a preschool classroom Positive professional references and recommendations Requirements upon hire CPR and First Aid Certification Proof of immunizations Proof of completed Mandated Reporter training for Child Care Providers Cleared TB test to work in Licensed Child Care Facility Physical Requirements To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the preschool 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 demonstrating Sit 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 surfaces. Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending. Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class. Assist 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 classrooms. While 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. Columba Catholic Preschool, 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.

Responsibilities

The preschool teacher will supervise and implement the program for the class, ensuring it aligns with the school's policies and philosophy. They will also communicate regularly with parents and maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment.