Description

Employment Status: Full-time

FLSA: Non-exempt/Hourly

Reports to: Director

Job Summary:

ESSENTIAL JOB 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.
Communicates 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.
Participates in dismissal procedures at the end of after care, ensuring that each child leaves with the appropriate adult (i.e., an authorized adult)
Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees
Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
Maintaining 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 such other duties as may be assigned by the Director
Have 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

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:

Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy
Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning
Ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues in an instructional setting
Ability to follow directions and handle multiple tasks
Possesses proficient technology skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

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

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

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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
Be an educator
Be able to adapt to continuously changing, fast-paced environment and make the children’s needs the primary focus.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Director.

Requirements

Position Requirements:

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
CDA credential preferred

Experience

At least 18 years old
One (1) year of experience in a childcare setting

Other Requirements

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

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed.

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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