Early Learning Center Caregiver - St. Joseph Catholic Church, Bryan

Job Summary

The Early Learning Center caregiver maintains the classroom environment and ensures the

physical safety, educational and social development, and well-being of the children. This

position reports to the On-Site Directors and operates under close supervision with some latitude

for the use of independent judgement and initiative.

Essential Duties

• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the church.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of St. Joseph

Catholic Early Learning Center - Bryan, Texas.

Plan for instruction with logically sequenced objectives based on adopted curriculum and submit

plans according to the Early Learning Center policies.

Decorate and organize the classroom and designated bulletin board in a visually appealing

manner.

• Clean and sanitize the classroom and its contents daily.
• Provide appropriate material and resources for the students to engage in learning.
• Use effective instructional methods and models according to professional standard practice.
• Ensure the physical safety, educational and social development, and well-being of the children.
• Maintain current and accurate records according to school policies.
• Practice positive, consistent discipline in the management of the classroom.
• Communicate with parents regarding academic, behavioral, and developmental concerns.
• Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to students, parents, and staff.
• Attend monthly staff meetings as required by the early learning center administration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior.
• Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods and strategies, and curriculum

differentiation.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction.
• Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process.
• Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format.
• Skill in using job-appropriate technology.
• Skill in critical thinking and planning.
• Skill in demonstrating professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits.
• Skill in collaborating with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional

planning.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding early learning center matters.
• Ability to manage student behavior in an early learning center setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
• Ability to work well with others in the early learning center community.
• Ability to communicate with parents in a professional manner.
• Ability to respond to individual learning needs.

This can be either a full-time position Monday through Friday with a schedule of 7am to 3pm or a part-time position with work hours in the afternoon.