Child Care Worker - Full Time or Part Time- St Lukes Child Development Center

Part-time, non-exempt/hourly position reporting to the Director.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Communicate 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.
• Participate in dismissal procedures at the end of after care, ensuring that each child leaves with an authorized adult.
• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Support and adhere to the policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Demonstrate professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits.
• Maintain a stimulating and varied schedule of activities appropriate for the students in a well-ordered environment.
• Engage in positive interaction with parents.
• Attend Archdiocesan, on-campus, and other in-services as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.
• Have a 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.
• Maintain current and accurate records according to school policy.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning.
• Adapt to a continuously changing, fast-paced environment and make the children’s needs the primary focus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; CDA credential preferred.
• At least 18 years old.
• One (1) year of experience in a childcare setting.
• Meet state’s education criteria.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Be a team player.
• Have reliable transportation.
• CPR and First Aid certification (can be obtained during job training).
• Must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening.
• Must pass Texas DPS Fingerprint-based Applicant Clearinghouse screening.

Skills

• 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.
• Ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues in an instructional setting.
• Ability to follow directions and handle multiple tasks.
• Proficient technology skills.

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.
• 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 weather.