Preschool Teacher- 4 Year Olds

Description

Who We Are: 

At St. Thomas More Preschool, our goal is to offer our students a positive and enjoyable experience that will allow them to grow intellectually, emotionally, socially and spiritually. Our school gives special attention to the developmental stages, skills and needs of each child while encouraging and nurturing his or her God-given abilities. The program has been carefully developed for the enrichment of the whole child and is fully licensed by the State of Texas. 

Ministerial Character

The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish of St Thomas More Catholic Church which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ’s mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

 Positions employed at St Thomas More Catholic Church help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Pastor in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.

Job Responsibilities: 

· Plan, supervise, and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for the class in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school. 

· Adjust the daily operating program to the needs of the individual children with concern for their interests, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning.

· Be responsible for the ordered arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment of the classroom. 

· Plan and prepare the learning environment, set up interest centers, and prepare needed material and supplies.

· Assume an equal share of joint housekeeping responsibilities with the class assistant. 

· Attend monthly staff meetings and age-level meetings.

· Participate in recommended training programs, courses, and other aspects of professional growth (24 hours of continuing education)

· Plan and implement methods of establishing a positive liaison with the parents of the students.

· Assist in the ongoing evaluation procedures needed to assess the developmental levels of the children.

· Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation and maintain a positive learning environment. 

· Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including the playground and cafeteria. 

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements

 What you will need: 

• Passion to influence the lives of pre-school children. 

• Patience in lovingly meeting young learners' spiritual, academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs. 

• Patience in accepting guidance and assignments from the classroom teacher. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Education: 

• High school diploma 

Experience 

• Working with young children is preferred. 

Certifications and Training: 

• Valid Texas driver's license. 

• Compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period. 

Hours: 

The preschool is open Monday-Thursday. Work hours are 9 am to 2 pm. 

Physical Demands: 

• Required to lift or carry supplies, textbooks equipment, etc. 

• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak daily. 

• Required to monitor students in various locations, including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather.