PreK Teacher

Saint Patrick School is seeking the right candidate to join our teaching team as the PreK-4 lead teacher.  
Responsibilities:

• Forming young children not just intellectually, but also physically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally in the rich Catholic intellectual and moral tradition
• Fostering in children a deep love of God, of Jesus, and of the Saints
• Fostering a Catholic Christian community within the classroom
• Providing a safe and nurturing environment for our students
• Following and enhancing the Diocesan curriculum by lessons that engage the senses and appeal to all learners
• Partnering with parents, the first educators of their children, through conferencing, communications, and volunteer opportunities
• Following all School and Diocesan expectations for St. Patrick School Teachers

     
Qualifications: 

• Preferably a practicing Catholic, although others who believe they can enthusiastically and genuinely promote the Catholic faith may also apply.
• Bachelor’s degree and current teaching license in Early Childhood. Would also consider candidates with significant course work toward this end.
• Teaching experience preferred
• Creativity
• Understanding of the young child
• Highly effective communication and collaborative skills
• Openness to professional development is required.

To Apply
To begin the inquiry process, please send (1) a cover letter stating your intent to apply for this position at Saint Patrick School and the reasons you believe you are a good candidate for the position, (2) a complete and professional resume, (3) three professional references with contact information. Send to the principal Sister Veronica Marie Buckmaster, O.P at svm@sps-tn.org.

Email Sister Veronica Marie