Full-Time Daycare Worker

About the Role

The Child Development Center at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish is seeking an organized, patient, and flexible individual to protect, provide care for, and positively engage with young children. The ideal candidate will follow rules and schedules, have experience planning and implementing curriculum, remain calm and even‑tempered, and possess at least one year of work experience at a licensed childcare center.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in your care at all times, ensuring health and safety.
• Interact with children and encourage their involvement in activities while relating to them with courtesy, respect, patience, and acceptance.
• Prepare a warm and safe environment that is orderly, clean, and appealing, permitting the child to learn and explore.
• Maintain good communication with parents through the Brightwheel daycare app and face‑to‑face encounters during drop‑off and pick‑up.
• Perform tasks such as taking out the trash, washing dishes/bibs, performing minor cleaning, and preparing snacks.
• Assist with or perform activity planning, including crafts and sensory development exercises.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined by the Child Development Center, the Diocese of Austin, Health and Human Services (Licensing), and the Health Department to assure compliance for state certification and accreditation.
• Maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work a 7‑hour shift, 11 am – 6 pm, Monday – Friday.
• Complete a minimum of 30 hours of required training each year (provided by the center).
• At least 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare facility.
• CPR/First Aid Training Certification.
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Schedule

Full‑time, on‑site position: 11 am – 6 pm, Monday – Friday.