Co-Lead Preschool Teacher

Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids Schools St. Paul the Apostle School – Grand Rapids, Michigan

• Job : 5815004
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

St. Paul the Apostle Early Childhood Center is hiring a full‑time co‑lead teacher for the preschool classroom to join our staff beginning summer 2025. This role involves collaborating with the lead preschool teacher to create a nurturing learning environment for children 3–4 years of age. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic educator who is kind, creative, and has a desire to bring the Catholic faith to children through their everyday experiences.

School Year Shift: Monday – Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm

Summer Shift: Monday – Thursday 7:30 am–5:30 pm

• Works closely with the co‑lead teacher, assistants, and support staff to ensure consistency in classroom management and lesson execution.
• Is responsible for planning and implementing age‑appropriate experiences that advance intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development, incorporating Christ‑centered teachings and values.
• Observes and assesses children’s progress, documents learning milestones, and tailors instruction to meet individual needs.
• Builds strong relationships with families through regular communication, report cards, and parent‑teacher conferences.
• Implements positive reinforcement strategies to support children’s emotional regulation and social skills while promoting Catholic values.
• Is responsible for leading the preschool after‑care program, planning and implementing age‑appropriate experiences for children 3–5 years of age.

• 3 personal days and 6 sick days in addition to school‑year planned breaks.
• Two weeks Christmas, one week spring break, Fridays off in the summer, one week 4th of July, and three days over Thanksgiving.
• Group health and dental insurance.
• Professional learning assistance.
• Daily planning time.
• Collaboration with a co‑lead teacher.
• Retirement plan.
• Discounted school lunches.
• PK‑8th discounted tuition.

• Bachelor’s degree with early childhood emphasis or an associate’s degree with early childhood credentials, or desire to work toward an early childhood credential.
• CPR and First Aid certified or willingness to be trained (employer will pay for training).
• Previous experience working in a preschool or early childhood setting.
• Commitment to fostering the faith of children.
• Strong understanding of child development principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a co‑teaching model.
• Commitment to lifelong learning as demonstrated by attendance at seminars, in‑services, and training.
• Candidate must be Catholic and uphold the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Must have or be willing to take Virtus – Protecting God’s Children training.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Michelle Morrow
• 2750 Burton Street SE
• Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546
• Phone: 616‑949‑1690
• Email: mmorrow