Child Care Worker Full-Time- St Monica Catholic School

Employment Status: Full-Time. FLSA: Non-exempt/Hourly. Reports to: Director.

Job Summary

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.

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 and prepare daily reports for each child.
• 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.
• Comply with presentation requirements set by the school.
• Attend ongoing training to keep education and regulations up to date.
• Participate in dismissal procedures, ensuring 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.
• Positive interaction with parents.
• Attend Archdiocesan, on‑campus and other in‑services as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.
• Keep a copy of medical and emergency records and first‑aid kit on hand daily.
• Ensure that during 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.
• Follow directions and handle multiple tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work well with others in a school community.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency with job‑appropriate technology.
• Critical thinking and planning.
• Motivating and engaging students in the learning process.
• Organizing and presenting information in an understandable format.

Working Conditions

• Required to work some nights and weekends.
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress.
• Standard school conditions.

Mental and Physical Demands

• Lift or carry supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment.
• Maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger.
• Sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak daily.
• Perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading.
• Monitor students in various locations, including noisy, active, and inclement environments.
• Adapt to a continuously changing, fast‑paced environment with children’s needs as primary focus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (CDA credential preferred).
• At least one year of experience in a childcare setting.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player attitude.
• Reliable transportation.
• CPR and First Aid certification (can be obtained during job training).
• Pass Archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening.
• Pass Texas DPS Fingerprint‑based Applicant Clearinghouse screening.

Schedule

Target hours are 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Director.