Website Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Join our passionate team of educators as a Preschool Teacher at St. Mary Elementary School for the 2025-2026 school year! We are seeking an individual who is excited to foster a positive, engaging, and faith-filled learning environment!
Our ‘Mission’ desires “to form a community of faith and learning by promoting a Catholic way of life through Gospel values and academic excellence.” We are seeking a Catholic individual who will exhibit the ‘Core Values’ of Bishop O†Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity and create an environment of trust.
Location:
St. Mary Elementary School
Job Description:
*Promote the mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools and model the teaching of the Catholic Church
*Support the growth and development of students in their faith
*Organize and maintain an early childhood classroom environment, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming space for students
*Prepare and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with preschool curriculum using a positive and preventative approach to discipline, emphasizing redirection, encouragement, and fostering problem-solving skills
*Conduct parent-teacher conferences twice annually and maintain consistent communication with parents while maintaining confidentiality
*Supervise and provide direction to assistants assigned to the Preschool program to enhance student learning and engagement
*Supervise children during all school activities and maintain a safe, nurturing environment
*Maintain acuate student attendance and cumulative records, ensure lesson plans are accessible for substitutes, and perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
*Bachelor degree in early childhood or equivalent preferred
*Previous child care and/or early childhood teaching experience desired
*Catholic in good standing with ability to be a spiritual leader of Bishop O†Gorman Catholic Schools
*Exhibit the core values of Bishop O†Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity
*Knowledge of relevant technology
*Excellent verbal and written communication
*Good problem solving and decision-making skills
*Self-motivated with high energy
Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools is a Preschool-12 grade school system. Our six elementary schools, junior high, and high school exemplify Gospel values, strong student achievement, and community service. Apply today to be considered for this position.
To apply for this job please visit ogknights.schoolspring.com.