Classroom Teacher / Early Childhood Preschool Teacher

Job Description:

Preschool Teacher, Full Time

St. Mark School, Stratford

2026-2027

OVERVIEW:

Under the direction of the school principal, the preschool classroom teacher is responsible for supporting the school and the Diocese of Bridgeport in its mission. He/she is to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing diocesan approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Educators are engaged in a school conducted by the Roman Catholic Church for the express purpose of education in the academic, social, moral and religious values promulgated by the Church.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recognize/support the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Active member of a faith community; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
• Helps build schools faith community - demonstrates willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
• Demonstrates effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement stated goals and objectives and by incorporating school and diocesan curriculum objectives in lesson plans.
• Promote a safe classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Current, thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter and able to communicate effectively with students; must organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks and motivate student learning.
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learning of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, professional development, reading professional educational publications, etc.
• Encourage parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Coordinate with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level or PLCs, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Develops and uses effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluates student progress.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; sets high standards for student behavior and manages inappropriate behavior effectively as per school/diocesan policies.
• Cooperate and work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality, sound judgment, professional dress and general behavior.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and Office of the Superintendent of Schools.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge and strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
• Excellent communications skills - written, verbal, public speaking and presentation skills; Excellent interpersonal skills; a self-starter and well-organized; team player; multi-tasker.
• Proficient in computer technology and related educational technology.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies - adapt appropriately.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree accredited college/university in Education or related discipline to teaching assignment
• Valid State Teaching Certification in appropriate grade level and/or subject

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Practicing Roman Catholic, in good standing
• Masters Degree
• Demonstrated experience teaching in a Catholic School
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level

Please complete all CT Reap Application Information to be considered for this job opening, including your cover letter, resume and 3 letters of recommendation and email to principal@stmarkschool.org