Transitional Kindergarten Teacher

Pax Christi Academies is a community of five vibrant Catholic elementary schools in the Diocese of Orange, united in our mission to educate students in Faith, Intellect, Character, and Citizenship. Our schools provide Christ-centered, academically excellent learning environments that nurture the whole child.

We are seeking for a TK Elementary Teacher to join our St Justin Martyr School located in Anaheim. The TK Elementary Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and academically rigorous classroom that supports the spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of elementary students. The teacher fosters a love of learning while partnering with families to help students grow in their Catholic faith and achieve their fullest potential.

Because all Pax Christi Academies employees represent the Roman Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves according to the goals and mission of the Church in performing their work.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction aligned with diocesan and state curriculum requirements.
• Integrate Catholic values and teachings throughout daily instruction and classroom activities.
• Create a positive, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement, respect, and academic success.
• Teach core elementary subjects, including Religion, English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs of students.
• Assess student learning using a variety of formal and informal methods, monitor progress, and provide timely feedback to students and families.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, attendance, and required documentation.
• Establish and reinforce classroom expectations that promote positive behavior, responsibility, and respect.
• Collaborate with instructional assistants, specialists, administrators, and colleagues to support student achievement.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress, classroom activities, and school events.
• Incorporate technology to enhance instruction and student learning.
• Supervise students during recess, lunch, arrival, dismissal, field trips, liturgies, assemblies, and other assigned duties.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, faith formation, and school events.
• Support the mission and ministry of the school through active participation in the faith life of the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field required.
• Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential preferred.
• Baptized Catholic; must support and uphold the mission and values of Catholic education.
• Previous elementary teaching experience, particularly in primary grades.
• Strong understanding of elementary instructional practices and child development.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to support diverse learners.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and educational technology platforms.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and families.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and continuous improvement.

• Work primarily in a classroom and school campus setting, requiring frequent use of standard educational technology, and office equipment such as computers, telephones, projectors and printers.
• Regular interaction with students, staff, faculty, and visitors in a professional and faith-based environment.
• Follow a structured school schedule but often work additional hours to meet before or after school…