Company DescriptionVisitation Academy is a private school community in St. Louis that exists to educate children and young women and to receive and share Jesus as Mary did in her visitation to Elizabeth.In an environment which values excellence in scholarship, spirituality, leadership and service, this Visitation Community encourages students to develop their unique gifts.As students learn to live Jesus with gentleness, humility, joy and freedom, they are prepared to continue to grow and to respond to others, the Church, and the global community.Job DescriptionJob SummaryWe are seeking an energetic and experienced Preschool Teacher to join our staff. You will help the lead teacher develop curriculum for the different age groups within our student population and implement lesson plans throughout the school day, including small group rotations. Our program boasts a low student-to-teacher ratio and individualized care to ensure all of our students learn at their own pace. We prefer candidates who have a background in early childhood developmental education and extensive experience working with young children.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with other teachers to develop age-appropriate curriculumPrepare for lessons by gathering materials or setting up activitiesRead stories and lead students through alphabet and letter recognitionEngage and encourage students to use their language skills; develop social skills and mannersMonitor students’ playtime and physical activitiesWork with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materialsEnforce school-wide safety procedures, disciplinary codes, and rewardsSupervise students in class, between classes, during lunch, and play periodsEnsure space and shared toys are clean, sanitized, and orderlyDocument student developments and progress to share with parentsQualificationsRequirements and QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, teaching, or related field preferredCertification as Certified Childcare Professional a plus1 years of experience working with young childrenMust meet all state licensure requirementsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProficient with Microsoft OfficePatient and compassionate to young children’s needs and emotionsAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.