POSITION: Pre-K 4 Teacher 

Reports to: Lower School Head

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum and program for Pre-K 4 students.
• Develop weekly lesson plans, activities, and classroom setups tailored to meet children’s developmental needs.
• Assess and monitor each child’s progress and development, adapting lessons as needed.
• Build strong partnerships with families to encourage collaboration and support children’s growth.
• Provide guidance and support to instructional staff and assist with behavior management when necessary.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the classroom and program.
• Follow all licensing regulations and school policies related to early childhood education.
• Serve as the lead instructional staff member in the classroom, supporting assistants and coordinating daily activities.

Education and Qualifications:

• 90-hour Early Childhood Education Certification preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a childcare or preschool setting.
• At least 1 year of experience in teaching, lesson planning, and curriculum development.
• Passionate about the development and well-being of children.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Completion of Health and Safety and Americans with Disabilities Act courses is required.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with children, families, and staff.
• Ability to create a positive and engaging classroom environment.
• Knowledge of best practices in early childhood education and development.
• Patience, flexibility, and enthusiasm for working with young children.

Schedule:

• Full-time, Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

Compensation

• Between $45-$74k, depending on education and years of teaching experience.

Benefits: 

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, and LTD are paid for by the Academy
• 403b Contribution - 5% match after 1 year of service
• FSA Contribution option for health or dependent care
• Tuition Remission
• Free Before and After-Care costs for an employee’s children who attend SJA
• Tuition Reimbursement for Graduate Programs
• Professional Development

About St. James Academy

St. James is located 20 miles from Baltimore on a beautiful 89-acre campus. St. James Academy is a PreK through 8 Episcopal day school in Monkton, Maryland.

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