Little Lambs Preschool Teacher

Catholic Diocese Of Fort WorthColleyville, TX
Onsite

About The Position

The preschool teacher is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers will meet the needs for academic, cognitive, social, emotional and physical development of students in their classroom. Teachers will create a safe and nurturing classroom environment.

Requirements

  • Applicant should be a practicing Catholic
  • Applicant will promote the Catholic faith and support the mission and philosophy of Good Shepherd Catholic Community and Little Lambs Preschool.
  • Create a loving environment of safety and security and consistency.
  • Foster and promote a love of learning.
  • Co-teach with a teaching partner, as equals.
  • Follow Little Lambs Curriculum Guide in place, as provided by Director.
  • Follow Little Lambs School Calendar activities.
  • Plan and submit lesson plans.
  • Plan and execute a balanced suite of activities for the children in all skill levels.
  • Review the developmental stage of each child and his/her specific learning needs.
  • Perform Student Assessments at the beginning and the end of the school year.
  • Communicate to parents regularly as determined within your team, and as needed.
  • Set reasonable expectation for students and correct behavioral issues by utilizing positive reinforcement.
  • Assist children with hygiene needs, toileting needs, and with any/all first aid needs.
  • Plan to send home tangible work at least once weekly.
  • Understand and follow Little Lambs policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment
  • Remain in compliance and current with safe environment requirements.
  • Hold current CPR and First Aid certificate.
  • Ability to sit and perform computer work for lengthy periods of time.
  • Able to access and maintain centralized departmental files. Involves extending arms and reaching files stored in multiple levels on shelves, climbing up a stepladder to access files.
  • Ability to accept work interruptions while still remaining focused on duties.
  • Data entry via computer keyboard that requires repetitive and frequent hand and wrist movements.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and up to 60 pounds with assistance.
  • Infrequent travel, by car, may be required to Diocese Parishes and/or schools.
  • Ability to use various computer software programs; strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, especially in Word and Excel.
  • Ability to use various office machines (copier, fax, phones, calculator, scanner, etc.) or ability to learn.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and follow directives from Pastor or Chief of Staff in a timely manner.
  • Ability to receive, understand, retain, and complete verbal and written tasks.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service and work efficiently with staff, clergy, religious, and laity.
  • Ability to honor and maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to work well with people from a diverse variety of audiences.
  • Excellent organization, prioritization, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Teaching certificate is not required but preferred.
  • Familial experience with care of children, childcare.
  • Experience planning activities for children.
  • Demonstrated ability to listen empathetically, make peace, and de-escalate
  • Demonstrated history of good judgement.
  • Demonstrated aptitude for adaptability and flexibility.

Responsibilities

  • Applicant should be a practicing Catholic
  • Applicant will promote the Catholic faith and support the mission and philosophy of Good Shepherd Catholic Community and Little Lambs Preschool.
  • Create a loving environment of safety and security and consistency.
  • Foster and promote a love of learning.
  • Co-teach with a teaching partner, as equals.
  • Follow Little Lambs Curriculum Guide in place, as provided by Director.
  • Follow Little Lambs School Calendar activities.
  • Plan and submit lesson plans.
  • Plan and execute a balanced suite of activities for the children in all skill levels.
  • Review the developmental stage of each child and his/her specific learning needs.
  • Perform Student Assessments at the beginning and the end of the school year.
  • Communicate to parents regularly as determined within your team, and as needed.
  • Set reasonable expectation for students and correct behavioral issues by utilizing positive reinforcement.
  • Assist children with hygiene needs, toileting needs, and with any/all first aid needs.
  • Plan to send home tangible work at least once weekly.
  • Understand and follow Little Lambs policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment
  • Remain in compliance and current with safe environment requirements.
  • Hold current CPR and First Aid certificate.
  • Other Duties as assigned.
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