Transitional Kindergarten; TK Teacher

Location

Name of Facility:
Mary Our Queen
Address: 3405 S 119 St., Omaha, Nebraska 68144

Name:
Maureen Hoy
Email: mhoy

Department: Education
Reports to: Principal

Mary Our Queen, a PreK-8 Catholic School, seeks a qualified, nurturing, and dedicated educator to lead our Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program for the 2026-27 school year. The TK Teacher serves as a vital bridge between Preschool and Kindergarten, providing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that prepares students for the rigors of elementary school within a faith-filled environment. The ideal candidate will foster a love for learning and Christ through play-based exploration, social-emotional coaching, and foundational academic instruction aligned with Archdiocese of Omaha standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Spiritual Leadership:
  Guide children in developing a personal relationship with God through daily prayer, classroom devotionals, and the integration of Catholic values into all areas of play and learning.
• Bridge Curriculum Development:
  Establish high classroom expectations and implement daily lesson plans that bridge the gap between Pre-K and Kindergarten, following a long-term scope and sequence aligned with the Archdiocese curriculum.
• Social-Emotional
  
  Coaching:
  
  Create a classroom culture and daily routine that prioritizes the development of self-regulation, independence, and social skills essential for a successful transition to a full Kindergarten environment.
• Instructional Excellence:
  Use multi-sensory and play-based teaching methods to introduce foundational literacy, numeracy, and fine motor skills.
• Data-Informed Instruction:
  Use formative and summative assessment data to track developmental milestones and adapt teaching materials to meet the unique readiness levels of individual students.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the Kindergarten and Pre-K teacher teams to ensure vertical alignment of curriculum and share best practices for early childhood development.
• Communication:
  Effectively communicate with parents regarding student progress, developmental readiness, and strategies for home support; maintain professional academic records.
• Community Engagement:
  Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with children, parents, staff, and the wider parish community.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Actively participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to the MOQ School Continuous Improvement Plan.

Education and Experience

• Endorsement in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field is highly preferred.
• Practicing Catholic preferred, with a commitment to the mission of Catholic education
• Safe Environment Certified

Interested applicants can send a cover letter and resume to Maureen Hoy at mhoy or call .