Diocese of Austin · 1 week ago
Early Childhood Development Center Teacher
Austin,TX,US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDiocese of Austin is seeking an Early Childhood Development Center Teacher who provides high-quality research-based care and education for children's overall development. The role involves partnering with families in a supportive, faith-filled community while ensuring safety and implementing lesson plans.
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Responsibilities
Write and implement weekly lesson plans
Ensure the safety of the children by following all St. Louis Catholic Church and School, and State of Texas regulations, regarding childcare
Supervise, play, and interact with children
Communicate daily with families regarding activities, upcoming events, their child’s progress, etc
Maintain supervision of children in your care 100% of the time
Sit with children at snack and lunch time, modeling proper table manners
Model Catholic values by example of lifestyle, respect of all people, charity to all, leading age-appropriate prayers (morning, meal, nap, and dismissal prayers)
Respect the confidentiality of staff, children, and families
Complete 30 hours per year of continuing education
Other duties as directed by ECDC management
Qualification
Required
Must be 21 years of age or older
CDA credential (or 3 years' experience as an early childhood teacher) required
Two years' experience working in a childcare center
Valid Texas driver's license
Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period
Must be able to pass an extensive criminal background check
Must be CPR/First Aid certified
Knowledge of the structure and basic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
Skill in verbal and non-verbal communication
Ability to operate word-processing software
Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively with staff, clergy, religious and laity
Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time management techniques
Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format
Ability to proficiently communicate in English (conversing, reading, and writing)
Preferred
Catholic in good standing (preferred) or Christian with values in line with Catholic teachings
Company
Diocese of Austin
The Diocese of Austin was founded in November 1947 as the seventh diocese in Texas by Pope Pius XII.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase