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Lead Preschool Teacher - Immaculate Conception

Archspm, Columbia Heights, Minnesota, United States

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Company Description Ascension Catholic Academy's

Early Childhood Learning Centers

are dedicated to nurturing the minds, hearts, and spirits of young children through a faith-based, inclusive, and high-quality educational environment. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and joyful place where every child is valued and encouraged to grow academically, socially, and spiritually. Each of our schools features an Early Childhood Learning Center on site, offering a play-based curriculum designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning. Join our passionate team and make a lasting impact in a community that celebrates diversity, compassion, and lifelong growth.

Job Description This is a full-time on-site year round role for a Lead Preschool Teacher located at Immaculate Conceptionin Columbia Heights, MN. Under the supervision of the Director of Early Childhood Learning, the Lead Preschool Teacher will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as lesson planning, curriculum development, and early childhood education. Effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and families is essential. The Lead Preschool Teacher strives to achieve the goals of catholic education by developing an age-appropriate faith-filled learning and social environment and that is nurturing and engaging for all preschool students. May perform other job-related tasks as deemed necessary and/or assigned by the Director of Early Childhood Learning.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement age-appropriate daily lessons that promote children's cognitive, social, emotional, physical and spiritual development

Develop and maintain a Catholic faith-based curriculum that incorporates prayers, religious stories, and values appropriate for preschool students

Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that supports both individual and group learning experiences

Observe and assess children's development, maintain accurate records, and communicate progress to families regularly

Collaborate with teaching assistants and other staff members to ensure smooth classroom operations and consistent teaching approaches

Partner with families through regular communication, parent conferences, and updates about their child's progress and classroom activities

Maintain compliance with all state licensing requirements, health and safety protocols, and school policies

Prepare and organize classroom materials, learning centers, and educational resources

Manage classroom behavior using positive guidance techniques and age-appropriate strategies

Participate in professional development opportunities and staff meetings to enhance teaching skills and stay current with early childhood education best practices

Supervise and support children during meals, rest time, outdoor play, and other daily activities

Work closely with the Director of Early Childhood Learning to ensure program quality and alignment with school objectives

Maintain accurate attendance records, incident reports, and other required documentation

Foster inclusive practices that celebrate diversity and create a welcoming environment for all families and students

Support children's transition to kindergarten by developing school readiness skills and maintaining communication with elementary school staff

Benefits Overview Ascension Catholic Academy provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical and dental insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents, with options for a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), depending on the chosen health plan. Employees receive life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage, as well as long-term disability protection. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match for retirement planning. Full benefit details, terms, and conditions are outlined in Ascension’s Employee Handbook and plan documents, available upon request. Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on employment status and length of service.

Pay Range $20 - $25 per hour. Starting Pay is determined by the candidate's experience and education level.

Ascension Catholic Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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