First Grade Teacher

First Grade Teacher

Christ the King School, a private Catholic school located in Vermont, is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and compassionate first‑grade teacher to join our vibrant school community. The teacher will provide a nurturing and challenging educational environment that fosters the academic, social, and spiritual growth of first‑grade students while supporting the Catholic, faith‑based mission of the school and implementing state and diocesan curriculum standards.

• Plan, implement, and assess lessons in all core subjects (math, language arts, social studies, science) using creative, engaging, and developmentally appropriate strategies.
• Integrate Catholic values, prayers, and teachings into daily lessons, reinforcing spiritual development and ethical behavior.
• Establish a positive, structured, and nurturing classroom environment that promotes respect, responsibility, and academic excellence.
• Provide differentiated instruction, offering individualized or small‑group instruction as needed to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Assess student progress through formal and informal methods (quizzes, tests, projects, observations) and provide regular feedback to students and parents.
• Collaborate with colleagues and staff to support the overall academic and spiritual growth of students, participating in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.
• Maintain regular communication with parents through conferences, emails, and phone calls to discuss student progress and areas of concern.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom that supports student learning and engagement.
• Supervise students during lunch time, recess, and other school activities as needed.
• Actively participate in school masses, prayer services, and other Catholic, faith‑related activities.
• Participate in or lead extracurricular activities that contribute to the overall development of students, such as student clubs or special projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field.
• Certification in Elementary Education or eligibility for certification.
• Strong knowledge of the first‑grade curriculum and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Commitment to teaching in a Catholic environment and promoting the faith‑based values of the school.
• Ability to create a positive, respectful, and engaging classroom environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, and students.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Previous teaching experience in an elementary setting (preferred).
• At least 3 years of relevant experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Position Type:
Full‑time