Bishop Flaget School: 3-Year-Old Preschool Teacher

Catholic Diocese of Columbus • Chillicothe, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The 3-Year-Old Preschool Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, structured, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that supports the spiritual, emotional, social, and cognitive development of young children. The successful candidate will foster curiosity, independence, wonder, and joy while integrating Catholic values into daily instruction and classroom life. Familiarity with or training in the Montessori Method and/or Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) is strongly preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor ’ s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Hold an appropriate Ohio Teaching License (Professional, Permanent, or Resident Educator) or be eligible to obtain one before beginning to teach
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred
• Current satisfactory BCI & FBI background checks
• Have attended or be willing to attend a Virtus Protecting God's Children training
• Commitment to Catholic education and child-centered learning
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to create a joyful, structured, and nurturing classroom environment

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with or training in Montessori and/or CGS strongly preferred
• Practicing Catholic preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans for 3-year-old students
• Foster a warm, faith-filled classroom environment rooted in Catholic values
• Support students ’ social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development
• Integrate prayer, virtue formation, and age-appropriate faith activities into the daily routine
• Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging learning space
• Communicate effectively with families regarding student growth and needs
• Observe, assess, and document student progress in accordance with school policies
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the holistic formation of students
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school community events
• Uphold and model the mission and identity of Bishop Flaget School

Benefits

• Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and diocesan guidelines
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive, mission-driven school community
• Reduced housing may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time