Kindergarten Teacher

Academy of Saint Bartholomew

14875 Bagley Road

Middleburg Heights, Ohio 44130

Position: Kindergarten Teacher for Begindergarten Classroom

Full time Position for 2025-2026 School Year

We are seeking an enthusiastic kindergarten teacher to foster and facilitate the intellectual and social development of students in a Begindergarten classroom.

Teacher candidate will demonstrate:

¨ A strong commitment to the values of Catholic education

¨ A work ethic defined by high standards of ethics and personal conduct, honesty, integrity, equity and professionalism

¨ A commitment to continuous learning and improvement, growth mindset, and excellent organizational and communication skills

¨ Ability to engage in self-reflection with regard to performance and professional growth.

¨ Ability to establish a positive classroom culture that is built on strong teacher-student relationships and allows for fostering development, while providing an academically rigorous and differentiated program addressing various skill levels

¨ A dedication to student learning and achievement includes project-based learning and real-world applications

¨ High proficiency with the use of technology for teaching and hands-on learning

¨ A commitment to working with students who have different learning needs, particularly by providing accommodations or modifications to the curriculum and assessments as necessary

¨ Ability to organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by procedures and applicable laws

¨ A desire to collaborate and maintain strong collegial relationships

¨ Ability to build on others’ ideas, capitalize on others’ strengths, and effectively share responsibility

¨ A willingness to participate in or develop extracurricular activities, additional school initiatives, and support staff committees

¨ Maintain high levels of confidentiality in relation to private or privileged information

¨ Perform additional related duties and tasks as assigned by the school principal or designee

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that promote literacy and math skills.
• Manage classroom behavior and create a positive learning environment.
• Assess student progress and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding student development.
• Foster a nurturing atmosphere that supports the social and emotional growth of young learners.
• Collaborate with staff to enhance curriculum and participate in professional development opportunities.

Licensure Required: Ohio K-3 License. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting check prior to starting employment and complete necessary training (e.g., Virtus training for child protection).

Please submit a cover letter, resume, copy of your teaching license and recommendation letters to Sue Biggs at sbiggs@thestbarts.org

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $39,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Cleveland, OH 44130 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cleveland, OH 44130: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $39,000 - $42,000