Full-time Early Learning Teacher

St. Mary’s Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, sexual orientation, or religion. This policy applies to all areas of student concerns: educational policies, admission policies (historically, high school admission is open to women only), scholarship, and grant-in-aid programs, athletic and other school-administered programs, as well as employee/personnel concerns. St. Mary's Academy is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Job Description
St. Mary’s Academy is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to teach on a traditional school‑year calendar from 7:30‑3:30 pm. This is a full‑time, 10‑month, exempt position reporting to the division principal, beginning in August 2026. The ideal candidate demonstrates compassionate leadership, works well within a team, and exudes a warm, nurturing demeanor.

Through regular conversations with their division principal and colleagues, St. Mary’s Academy teachers learn and understand their job responsibilities. It has been a hallmark of teachers throughout SMA's history that their work goes beyond the classroom and includes not only the academic preparation of students but also their emotional, social, and spiritual development. Additionally, teachers at St. Mary’s Academy are enthusiastic and energetic, and they find support for new ideas. This enthusiasm is encouraged and applauded at SMA. Additionally, faculty members at St. Mary’s Academy are a supportive group. One does not have to look far to find a helping hand.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences. Develop schemes of work and lesson plans;

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities;

Prepare the classroom for class activities;

Develop a classroom climate of belonging and respect;

Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities;

Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs;

Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment;

Use relevant technology to support instruction;

Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development;

Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students;

Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development;

Respect each child, holistically, as an individual;

Prepare required reports on students and activities;

Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing appropriate rules and procedures;

Perform certain pastoral duties including student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement;

Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings;

Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs;

Keep updated with developments in the subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities;

Other tasks as assigned;

Adhere to and support the mission of St. Mary’s Academy;

Plan and oversee curriculum for Pre‑K classroom;

Teach with and support other teachers;

Teach and model the four Loretto School Values.

Qualifications / Requirements

Early Childhood Teacher as defined by the State of Colorado;

Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent;

Understanding of and appreciation for preschool‑aged students;

Experience as a supportive, motivated member of a teaching team;

A sense of resonance with the St. Mary’s Academy mission.

Professional Qualities

Guidance approach to discipline;

Positively collaborates with co‑teacher and colleagues;

Implements developmentally appropriate practices;

Artfully multi‑tasks;

Strong relationship‑building skills;

Consistent warm and nurturing demeanor with students and families;

Effective written and verbal communication skills with students, co‑workers, parents, and community members;

Strong commitment to high standards of professionalism;

Equally strong in teaching literacy and mathematical concepts;

Understanding of play‑based, constructivist, and experiential learning;

Accepts role as a lifelong learner.

Salary / Benefits
The salary range for this full‑time, exempt position is $54,000.00 - $68,000.00. St. Mary’s Academy provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement, tuition remission, and opportunities for professional development.

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