Full-Time Daycare Worker, Split Shift

About the role

The Child Development Center at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish seeks an exceptional candidate to protect, provide care for, and positively engage with young children in our childcare center. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with children in classrooms of all age levels, be flexible in moving from classroom to classroom as needed, have the physical strength to move furniture and other heavy objects, the skill to assemble items purchased for use in the center, and the ability to perform minor maintenance tasks.

This is a full-time, on-site position with a split shift schedule, working 7am-Noon and 3pm-6pm, Monday-Friday.

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, while 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 preparation of snacks
• Assist with or perform activity planning, including crafts and sensory development exercises
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as 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

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Able to work an 8-hour shift, 7am-Noon and 3pm-6pm, Monday - Friday
• Complete up to a minimum of 30 hours of required training each year (provided by 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

Working Conditions

All employees of the Parish are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the church. The Parish is an at-will employer. All buildings and vehicles owned by the Parish are tobacco free. Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly. Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech, including Roman Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations. Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.