Pre-K Montessori Teacher

Green Bay Area Catholic Education Inc.(GRACE) is looking for a full-time Pre-K Montessori Teacher for the 2026-27 school year at our St. John Paul II Classical School on the east side of Green Bay.

We are seeking a nurturing and dedicated Preschool Teacher with Monetssori expereince to join our school. We are looking for an educator who is strong in their Catholic faith, and committed to fostering a peaceful, respectful, hands on, and joyful learning environment.

The Teacher understands that this is a ministerial position at a religious institution and that there is within the Catholic Church a body of officially taught and commonly accepted beliefs, the communication of which is a fundamental purpose and mission of a Catholic School and that its students and staff have a right to expect such communication implicitly and explicitly from its teachers regardless of the subject areas, grades, or courses being taught.

In both personal and professional life, the Teacher will exemplify the moral teachings of the Catholic Church and will not advocate, model, counsel or encourage beliefs or behaviors that are contrary to the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a prepared Montessori classroom environment
• Guide children ages 2.5-4 in their individual learning journeys
• Observe, assess, and document student progress
• Foster independence, self-regulation, and a love of learning
• Maintain strong communication and relationships with families and the community
• Collaborate with colleagues to support a cohesive and caring school community
• Uphold the mission, vision, and values of the organization, the Catholic faith, and Montessori approach

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field (preferred)
• Experience working in a Montessori preschool classroom
• Strong classroom management and communication skills

Job Related Skills and Qualifications:

• Be willing to pledge fidelity to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church
• Have knowledge of the classical educational method and be open to learning more.
• Successful completion of legal background check and VIRTUS training
• Be a practicing Catholic who joyfully strives to live in conformity with the Magisterium of the Catholic Church
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently without direct supervision and within a team setting.
• Demonstrate flexibility when working with staff, students, and parents.
• Maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with difficult situations.
• Other duties as assigned

Interpersonal Skills:

• The ability to work with others in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and high standards of honest and ethical behavior.

Language skills:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, write short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively communicate with business partners/agents, parishioners, staff, and other employees of GRACE and the Diocese.
• Reasoning Ability:
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Hours of Work: Typical work schedule is during normal school hours. Some night and weekend work may be required.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, reach, sit, hear, and use repetitive motion of the hands/wrists and feet. The employee may be required to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be in classroom/assigned location at least thirty (30) minutes prior to the start of the school day and thirty (30) minutes after the school day concludes.
• Must be able to speak and/or stand for an extended period.
• Regular, reliable attendance is required.

Additional information

St. John Paul II Classical School provides a classical education rooted in centuries of Catholic faith

and tradition. Our academic program encourages students to develop intellectual ability, make moral decisions,

and solidify Catholic virtues. Our classical curriculum is led by Catholic teachers who truly care about all of

their students. They are attentive to each child's education and catechetical formation. We are guided by the

Latin phrase, "Scientia, Fides, Caritas," (Knowledge, Faith, Charity), which is at the core of our Christ centered

community of faith, hope, and love.

Please note this job 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.