What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Lead Preschool Teacher position at St. Mary of Sorrows Preschool?
St. Mary of Sorrows Preschool, a stand alone Catholic parish preschool with 2 ½ to 5 year old students in the Diocese of Arlington located in Fairfax, VA, seeks an energetic, warm and experienced Lead Teacher to join our team. The Part Time Lead Teacher is responsible for the supervision, management and care of a class of young children. This person will provide a loving, nurturing, safe, stimulating, Catholic environment that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of each child. Our Preschool Lead Teacher cultivates an atmosphere that fills our students' day by creating experiences, allowing children to immerse themselves fully in play, and fostering the child's sense of wonder. Through play, singing, movement, handwork, arts, storytelling, and more you not only enrich the children’s social-emotional life but also provide a strong foundation for academics.
Candidates must be a practicing Catholic in good standing. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education by an accredited university or in another academic field and have a CDA or equivalent with a minimum of five years teaching experience.
This position is available for the 2026 – 2027 school year. Salary will be competitive and negotiable, depending on qualifications and experience. To apply, please complete the application process outlined on the Office of Catholic School’s website at https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/catholic-schools/careers/application/.