Employment Opportunities
Employment Opportunities
For more information about faculty positions, please contact Paul Shanahan, President/Principal, at 707-443-2735 or shanahan@saintbernards.us.
Current Openings
Lead Preschool Teacher (Fully Qualified)
About Us
We are a warm, welcoming “home away from home” Catholic preschool program where children learn, explore, and grow in a nurturing environment. Our curriculum blends rich, play-based learning with clear daily structures, giving young minds the freedom to create and the foundation to thrive. We take pride in our close-knit, supportive team and are looking for an early childhood educator who brings heart, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to our center.
The Role
We are seeking a Fully Qualified Preschool Teacher who loves working with young children (ages 2–5) and excels in a team-driven environment. In this role, you will lead engaging play-based learning activities, foster a safe and caring classroom culture, and partner with colleagues and families to support each child’s development.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and facilitate play-based, structured learning experiences that foster social, emotional, spiritual, cognitive, and motor development.
- Create a cozy, home-like environment where every child feels safe, valued, and encouraged.
- Collaborate closely with team members and director to maintain a smooth daily routine and positive school culture.
- Observe and document child progress, communicating thoughtfully with parents.
- Ensure all Title 22 health, safety, and supervision standards are met daily.
Qualifications
- Fully Qualified Title 22 Preschool Teacher (Minimum 12 ECE/CD core units + experience, or a valid Child Development Teacher/Associate Teacher Permit).
- Current Live Scan background clearance, TB clearance, and required immunizations.
- Current Pediatric CPR & First Aid certification.
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills and a positive, patient energy.
- A genuine passion for play-based, early childhood education.
To Apply
If you are ready to join a loving team that feels like family, we’d love to meet you. Please submit your resume and a brief intro sharing why you love working in early childhood education via email to gardner@saintbernards.us
St. Bernard’s Academy is accepting applications for substitute teachers.
Qualifications: Appropriate credentials/substitute certificate. Fingerprinting/Live Scan.
Submit your resume, SB Faculty App Cover Sheet and Faculty Application to Paul Shanahan, shanahan@saintbernards.us or mail/deliver to St. Bernard’s Academy, 222 Dollison St., Eureka, CA 95501.