Kindergarten or Teacher | St. Mary Catholic School in Colby

Kindergarten or 4K Teacher | St. Mary Catholic School in Colby

Saint Mary Catholic School in Colby is seeking a passionate, faith‑filled educator for the 2026–2027 academic year. We are a vibrant Catholic school committed to academic excellence, character formation, and nurturing the whole child in a Christ‑centered environment.

We are currently looking for an energetic and dynamic kindergarten or 4‑year‑old (4K) educator. The position can be tailored to a teacher’s strengths and preferences in content areas or grade levels.

Successful candidates will bring the following qualities and attributes:

• Passionate and faith‑filled educator
• Collaborative and motivated
• Committed to working with students and families

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Education or equivalent)
• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Teaching License
• Great organizational and interpersonal skills
• Effective classroom management and knowledge of best teaching practices

• Provide a good Christian model and example in attitudes and actions
• Encourage spiritual growth in students by developing inner discipline, character, morals, and values
• Provide leadership in living and celebrating life and liturgies

• Prepare daily lesson plans in all required subjects
• Prepare instructional activities allowing for individual differences among the students assigned
• Use small group and individualized instruction as a mode of instruction
• Provide opportunities for the enhancement of the students’ self‑concepts
• Assist individuals in resolving learning difficulties
• Develop evaluation techniques that are appropriate to class and individual objectives
• Prepare adequately for parent conferences
• Keep a reliable set of records for review by the administrator, department chair, and parents
• Call for case conferences with resource personnel when needed
• Encourage integrated instruction whenever possible
• Plan experiences that include various disciplines
• Incorporate the humanities and fine arts
• Provide opportunities for critical thinking, problem‑solving, and development of study skills
• Provide a secure and comfortable learning environment
• Maintain a neat classroom
• Encourage a love of learning
• Prepare attractive bulletin boards and display students’ work
• Take responsibility for care of instructional materials and equipment

• Responsible for supervising students by building regulations
• Provide supervision in the areas assigned
• Encourage students to conduct themselves in the manner defined as acceptable by the administrator and staff
• Accept and perform assigned supervisory duties
• Supervise and discipline regardless of grade level
• Share responsibility for safety and health of each child

• Responsible for carrying own professional duties as assigned by administrator
• Attend all faculty, in‑service, home‑school, and parish meetings
• Actively participate in school committee assignments
• Earn and maintain Religious Certification
• Complete necessary credits to keep teaching license updated
• Read professional magazines to stay updated in the field of education
• Attend workshops and seminars in related fields for personal and professional development

All activities must comply with the contract and policies of the Diocese of La Crosse.