26-27 Early Childhood Teacher, preschool – PreK (Future Opportunities)
26-27 Early Childhood Teacher, preschool – PreK (Future Opportunities)
School: St. Martin's Episcopal School
Available Position: Teacher
Description:
Early Childhood Teacher
Position Summary
St. Martin’s Episcopal School seeks warm, creative, and collaborative Early Childhood Teachers to join our Early Childhood division. The ideal candidate is passionate about supporting the developmental, academic, and social-emotional growth of young children. This position is responsible for creating a nurturing and developmentally appropriate classroom environment, designing engaging learning experiences, building strong partnerships with families, and collaborating closely with colleagues and division leadership. The Early Childhood Teacher plays an essential role in cultivating a joyful, inclusive, and supportive learning community for our youngest learners. The Early Childhood Division includes Toddlers, Beginners, and Pre-K classrooms.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Create a warm, inclusive, developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
Plan and implement engaging lessons aligned with the School curriculum and Early Childhood best practices.
Support students’ social-emotional development and foster independence, curiosity, and confidence.
Use formal and informal assessments to monitor growth and tailor instruction.
Communicate consistently with families through conferences, updates, and regular contact.
Collaborate with colleagues on planning, instruction, and student support.
Participate in School events such as Open House/Discover Day, Parent Night, Admissions Testing Days, and STEAM Saturday.
Supervise students during carpool, lunch, recess, and other assigned duties.
Core Competencies
Student-Centered Instruction
Classroom Management
Communication & Family Engagement
Collaboration
Adaptability
Organization & Planning
Cultural & Developmental Awareness
Accountability
Attributes
Warm, nurturing, and child-centered
Creative and solutions-oriented
Professional, dependable, and collaborative
Patient, positive, and adaptable
Strong follow-through and attention to detail
Enthusiastic about cultivating a joyful Early Childhood experience
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree is required for teachers leading Beginners and Pre-K classes; a Master’s degree and 3 years minimum of classroom experience is preferred.
An associate’s degree is required for teachers leading Toddlers classes; a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years minimum of classroom experience is preferred.
Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practice.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
Creativity, flexibility, positivity, and a passion for working with young children.
Experience integrating technology into instruction is a plus.
Work Schedule & Position Status
The role is a 10-month position that follows the school’s academic calendar. The position is paid over a 12-month period and includes typical daily working hours of Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–1:45 p.m. during the academic year. The position joins our faculty as a full-time and benefits-eligible employee. The role is salaried and exempt per FLSA guidelines.
Physical Requirements
Primarily classroom-based with regular campus mobility. Requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, and supervise children indoors and outdoors. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs as needed for classroom materials or student support. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online at:
https://www.stmartinschool.org/about/employment
Additional Responsibilities
The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties, essential nature, and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all the responsibilities or qualifications of the job. Other duties may be assigned by the direct supervisor and/or the Head of School. All employees are expected to support the mission and vision statements of St. Martin’s Episcopal School and to contribute to the overall life of the School.
About St. Martin’s Episcopal School
Founded in 1959, St. Martin’s Episcopal School is a coeducational, independent day school serving students from preschool through 8th grade. The School welcomes families of all faiths and is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment for students and employees alike.
St. Martin’s Episcopal School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Contact name: LaToyia Hawkins
Contact email address: lhawkins@stmartinschool.org