St. Augustine School, a vibrant Catholic institution in the heart of Downtown Culver City, seeks a part-time Preschool Teacher to join our team for an immediate opening. Our community is dedicated to supporting the academic, spiritual, and personal growth of our students. We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate educator with a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to Catholic values to join our preschool team.
Key Qualities We’re Looking For:
- Dedication to Student Success: Committed to supporting each preschooler’s individual development and growth.
- Inspiring & Motivational: Ability to create a nurturing environment that encourages curiosity and learning.
- Creativity: Embraces creative, play-based teaching methods tailored to young learners.
- Classroom Management: Strong ability to establish routines that support a safe and positive learning environment.
- Commitment to Professional Growth: Open to ongoing training and professional development.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Works well with colleagues, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Positive & Flexible Attitude: A warm, adaptable approach to working with young children and their families.
- Parent Communication: Maintains open, respectful communication with parents to foster family engagement.
Requirements:
- Passion for teaching in a Catholic school environment
- Ability to integrate Catholic values and teachings into a preschool setting
- Must pass a background check
- Completion of Virtus training (details at [Virtus Training] (https://lacatholics.org/education-and-training/)
Application Requirements:
Please submit a 1-page cover letter that highlights your strengths and talents as a preschool teacher, addressing the following question:
Why do you want to be a Catholic Preschool teacher?
We welcome applications from both new and experienced educators who share our mission to inspire and educate young learners.
Apply Today and Join Our Community at St. Augustine School!
Minimum Requirements:
- At least 12 semester units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) coursework.
- Preferred Qualifications: An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education is strongly preferred.
- Must provide official transcripts and/or proof of degree completion
- Must pass a background check
- Must be Virtus certified before start date (https://lacatholics.org/education-and-training/)
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
