POSITION TITLE: Preschool Teacher
STATUS/HOURS:   
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
REPORTS TO: Preschool Director

Position Summary: The professional hired will be responsible for the general supervision and management of children between the ages of three and five years of age.

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervising and implementing the program for the class in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the Diocese of San Diego
• 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 member  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
• Participating in public relations events sponsored by the school but not limited to; shall include Back to School Night, Christmas program, Grandparents Day concert, Open House, Moving Up Ceremony, and school fundraisers

Qualifications:

Requirements to Apply: 
-Must possess a California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit (12 ECE units) or higher
-Must submit a minimum of 3 professional references and resume

(Requirements upon hire)
- Fingerprint and CMG Background Clearance, CPR and First Aid, and cleared TB test to work in a Licensed Child Care Facility 

Applicant's Character Traits:
-Has experience teaching OR desire to teach and models Catholic values 
-Passion to work with young children and desire to grow as an educator
-Works well with others
-Has a positive attitude and enthusiasm for teaching