Childcare Worker- St Thomas More Child Development Center

FLSA: Parttime/ Nonexempt statusHourly

JOB SUMMARY: St. Thomas More Child Development Center provides an early education and quality childcare experiences for children aged 18 months to 3 years of age. STMCDC is seeking professional experienced teachers and assistants to make a difference in the lives of toddlers each day. We pride ourselves in being a leader in developing childrens minds and providing the best childcare experience to children and families.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITES:

Supervise children at all times maintaining a secure safe environment for children to play and learn in.

Supervise and train assistants in your room on policies procedures and regulations.

Create and implement lesson plans.

Complete necessary classroom reports.

Prepare daily reports for each child in your classroom.

Attend staff meetings outside of work hours.

Provide positive feedback to parents.

Communicates effectively with students parents and other professionals

Adhere to proceedings and regulations with the DFPS.

Change diapers/ toilet train children where necessary.

Always comply with the presentation requirements set by the school.

Attend ongoing training to keep education and regulations up to date.

Participates in dismissal procedures at the end of after care ensuring that each child leaves with the appropriate adult (i.e. an authorized adult)

Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school

Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church

Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese of San Antonio including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees

Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters

Demonstrates professionalism in conduct demeanor and work habits

Maintaining a stimulating and varied schedule of activities appropriate for the students in a wellordered environment

Positive interaction with parents

Attend Archdiocesan on campus and other inservices as required

Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Director

Have copy of medical and emergency records and first aid kit on hand daily

Ensure that during the hours of operation there is at least one staff member trained in CPR/First Aid

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:

Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy

Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning

Ability to work well with students parents and colleagues in an instructional setting

Ability to follow directions and handle multiple tasks

Possesses proficient technology skills

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form

Able to work well with others in a school community

Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously

Skill in job appropriate technology

Skill in critical thinking and planning

Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process

Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work some nights and weekends

Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress

Required to work in standard school conditions

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Required to lift or carry supplies textbooks furniture and equipment

Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger

Required to sit stand bend stoop reach grab pull hear see and speak on a daily basis

Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding writing and reading

Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise activity and inclement

Be an educator

Be able to adapt to continuously changing fastpaced environment and make the childrens needs the primary focus.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Director.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise as needed.

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Requirements:

• Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA credential preferred

• Experience

At least 18 years old

One 1 year of experience in a childcare setting

• Other Requirements

Meet states education criteria

Excellent communication skills

Be a team player

Have reliable transportation

CPR and First Aid certification (can be obtained during job training)