Little Lambs Preschool Teacher

Catholic Diocese Of Fort Worth•Colleyville, TX

13h•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.