Child Care Associate Little Saints CWM

Job Description

Job Description

The principal duty of all employees is to assist in the mission of the Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

General Position Summary :

Responsible for the care and safety of preschool-aged children and infants for our weekday childcare facility. Important role in that it entails the safety of the very vulnerable and dependent.

Principal Accountabilities :

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the Parish
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the Parish and the Diocese.
• Abides by the Confidentiality Policy outlined in the Diocese Employee Handbook
• Guides educational / recreational activities appropriate to the age level of each child in the program.
• Practice positive, consistent discipline in the management of the program.
• Assists participants in the development of habits of caring for children's own clothing and picking up and putting away toys, books, and crafts.
• Arrange medical attention for ill or injured participants per parental instructions and diocesan guidelines.
• Ensures accurate attendance information is kept aiding in the proper billing of charges to parents.
• Communicate with parents regarding the program.
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits.
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the Parish, students, and staff.

Supervision Given and / or Received :

Moderate supervision given by Director, Business Manager and Pastor.

Internal Contacts :

External Contacts :

Working Conditions and / or Physical Requirements :

Travel Requirements :

Education and Experience Preferred :

High School Diploma

CPR & Infant First Aid Certifications

2 years working for a licensed childcare facility

Knowledge and Skills Preferred :

FLSA Designation : Non-Exempt, Occasional, On-Site, Monday / Wednesday / Friday Class