Catholic Nursery Caregiver
About The Position
Regina Caeli Academy is seeking a part-time caregiver for its classical and Catholic nursery in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, for the 2026–2027 academic year. The academy is a national classical homeschool organization in the Catholic tradition, offering instruction in a formal Socratic classroom setting on Mondays and Thursdays. The position is hourly, and childcare/nursery is provided. No teaching certification or formal teaching experience is required; training is provided. Applicants must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and have a deep love for the Catholic faith. Staff complete a background check and RCA Safe Child training before working at the academy. The role operates Mondays and Thursdays between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. No additional vacation days are given beyond the published vacation and holy-day schedule; accommodations are made for sick days as needed.
Requirements
- Able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and have a deep love for the Catholic faith.
- Living the Catholic faith day-to-day, including having received all sacraments appropriate to one's state in life.
- Strong communication skills, good organization, and timeliness.
- A traditional view of the student/teacher relationship.
- Clear background check.
- Complete RCA Safe Child training before working at Regina Caeli Academy.
- Available Mondays and Thursdays between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Nice To Haves
- Experience homeschooling or working with homeschool children.
- Experience in Catholic parish ministry.
- Experience teaching Religious Education or Catechism classes.
- Experience teaching one's own children.
- Experience teaching in a classical or private school.
Responsibilities
- Care for children in the academy’s nursery.
- Follow and implement provided lesson plans and come prepared for class.
- Prepare for classes at home.
- Work in a highly structured environment.
Benefits
- Childcare/nursery is provided.
- Sick-day accommodations as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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