Classroom Teacher / Early Childhood Kindergarten Teacher

Job Description:

Kindergarten Teacher - 2026-2027 Academic Year

St. James Catholic School, Stratford

OVERVIEW

St. James School in Stratford, Connecticut is opening an additional Kindergarten Classroom. Therefore, we are hiring a Kindergarten Teacher beginning in the 2026-27 school year. Candidates must have a love for working with young children. We are looking for educators who want to work in a supportive, caring, and positive school environment!

We are seeking a teacher with the following mindset and characteristics:

• Strong love for early literacy and Reading
• Understands children make mistakes and mistakes help children grow and learn
• Makes a PRIORITY of creating a learning experience where children are curious, kind, and excited about learning
• Very patient, understanding, and finds beauty in small moments
• Really cares and loves children!
• Uses intentional language and knows a teacher's words and actions with children MATTER
• Is a positive influencer who adds positively to the school culture
• Smiles, finds joy and purpose in their work!

RESPONSIBILITIES

(The below description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility)

• Demonstrates effective planning skills by preparing lessons with stated goals and objectives
• Promotes a classroom environment that is positive, welcoming, and safe
• Creates a highly engaging learning environment
• Demonstrates competence in teaching by having current knowledge of curriculum and elementary subject matter
• Effectively manage children using research-based strategies and approaches that foster growth
• Connect and communicate effectively with children
• Organize an engaging space for learning
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge in your craft
• Encourages family engagement
• Communicate with parents
• Be an active member of a faith community

MINIMUM PROEFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university in Education or a related discipline
• Valid State Teaching Certification in appropriate grade level and/or subject or in the process of attaining a Teaching Certificate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful prior teaching in an elementary school
• A Master's Degree in Elementary Education or a related field
• Demonstrated experience teaching in a Catholic School

Interested candidates should complete the CT Reap application, and upload all required documentation. Please email a cover letter and resume to the attention of: sharon.luciano@diobpt.org.