What are the responsibilities and job description for the PreK Teacher position at The Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg?
The Academy of the Holy Names is an independent, Catholic, coeducational elementary school and a college preparatory high school for young women, sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary.
Our mission
The Academy of the Holy Names is a Catholic, independent school founded and guided by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. In a faith community of exceptional love, the Academy empowers students to be authentic individuals who, in pursuing their highest academic potential, engage in critical thinking, are inspired by creativity, and lead culturally aware, spiritually rich lives.
PK Homeroom Teacher: Lower School
Employment Opportunity: The Academy of the Holy Names seeks a Lower School Classroom Teacher who is talented and energetic to instruct our PK students for the 2025-2026 School Year. Teachers at AHN provide the appropriate learning atmosphere and activities designed to maximize student competencies and skills for intellectual, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual growth toward a successful and meaningful future. Teachers enjoy decision-making responsibilities within their essential job functions, in keeping with school policies.
Reports to: Lower School Principal
Classification: This is a 10-month, full-time, salaried position.
Qualifications:
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Education or related field.
Education background and teaching experience preferred in early childhood.
Florida Certificate or credentials to obtain certificate.
Position Responsibilities:
1. Maintaining a classroom environment based on respect and that reflects the values and mission of the Sisters of the Holy Names.
2. Establishing a culture of learning and an environment of positive social interaction that actively engages students in learning and self motivation.
3. Establishing and maintaining classroom expectations that challenges students to strive for excellence in all that they do.
4. Planning and developing effective lesson plans that cover the curriculum and address students interests and needs.
5. Integrating technology into the curriculum.
6. Coordinating field trips or arranging for speakers to come into the classroom.
7. Accurately assessing student learning through formative and summative assessment and effectively adapting instruction based on these assessments.
8. Keeping accurate records, ensuring that students are progressing and monitoring progress through progress reports and report cards.
9. Performing supervision duties as assigned.
10. Meeting with students and parents to discuss any concerns or issues with student progress and learning.
11. Participating on school-based committees and working with other teachers in the grade level and other departments in the school.
12. Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Level II background screening.
The Academy of the Holy Names does not discriminate based on race, faith, nationality, or ethnic origin in its hiring process nor in the administration of educational policies, admission policies or tuition-assistance programs, athletics, or other school-administered programs. The school admits students of any race, faith, nationality, or ethnic origin, and gives to all students rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to all members of the student body. In accordance with its mission, the school seeks a population composed of many different voices, viewpoints, and backgrounds. The Academy of the Holy Names is a designated drug-free workplace.
