Elementary Teacher

Applications will be accepted Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 AM – Friday, August 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time).

Job Description

Under the supervision of the building Head of School/Principal, the accepted candidate is responsible for teaching full-time Kindergarten for the duration of the school year. The teacher is responsible for fostering the intellectual, social‑emotional, physical, and faith development of children.

• Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistently with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
• Plans and implements creative pedagogy and lessons that are rich in content with incorporated school and diocesan curriculum objectives.
• Deeply invested in the value of play‑based learning and early childhood education.
• Ability to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning.
• Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluate student progress.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach that promotes self‑direction and positive self‑image; set high standards for student behavior, manage inappropriate behavior effectively, and maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment for all.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and develop authentic relationships.
• Cooperate with school administration; work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues and promote positive relationships with students and parents.
• At all times, demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of information, display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Primary

Location:

Keokuk Catholic School, St. Vincent School.