Sitter

Catholic Diocese Of Fort Worth•Aledo, TX

About The Position

The Sitter provides attentive, compassionate, and reliable care for children in a safe, nurturing environment. The role focuses on children’s well-being, comfort, engagement, development, and emotional security. The Sitter guides age-appropriate educational and recreational activities, prepares snacks, communicates with parents or guardians, and responds appropriately to emergencies or unexpected situations. The role also includes keeping play areas clean and organized and demonstrating professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits. The Sitter supports the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the Parish, models Gospel values and the teachings of the Catholic Church, follows the Code of Conduct and Parish and Diocese policies and procedures, and abides by the Diocese Employee Handbook’s Confidentiality Policy. The position receives moderate supervision from the Parish Pastor and/or Business Manager. It may provide feedback and guidance to Parish administrative staff, volunteers, and vendors upon the advice and consent of the Parish Pastor. The position works in standard daycare conditions and requires managing interruptions and moderate stress, lifting or carrying supplies, furniture, and equipment weighing at least 35 pounds, and lifting and picking up toddlers. Daily activities include sitting, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, grasping, pulling, hearing, seeing, and speaking. The Sitter monitors children in varied locations, including noisy, active settings and inclement weather. Limited travel may be required for training. The schedule includes Saturday 4:40–7:00 p.m.; Sunday 7:30 a.m.–12:00 noon; Wednesday mornings for Bible Study, 9:45 a.m.–12:00 noon; Wednesday evenings, 4:30–8:30 p.m.; and special events when scheduled. FLSA designation: Non-Exempt, Occasional.

Requirements

Effective communication skills for interacting with children and parents.
Time-management and organizational skills.
Patience and empathy when responding to children’s emotional and physical needs.
Problem-solving skills to handle unexpected situations calmly and efficiently.
Ability to engage children creatively.
Demonstrated ability to listen empathetically, make peace, and de-escalate.
Demonstrated history of good judgment.
Adaptability and flexibility.
Ability to receive, understand, retain, and complete verbal and written tasks.
Ability to work well in a team.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Ability to work well with people from diverse audiences.
Ability to accept work interruptions while remaining focused on duties.
Ability to manage moderate levels of stress and maintain composure.
Ability to lift or carry supplies, furniture, and equipment weighing at least 35 pounds and to lift and pick up toddlers.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak daily.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Guide educational and recreational activities appropriate to the ages of children in the program.
Engage children in age-appropriate educational, recreational, and creative activities to support their development.
Prepare snacks.
Communicate with parents or guardians about activities, behavior, and concerns.
Respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies and unexpected situations.
Maintain a clean and organized environment, including tidying play areas.
Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the Parish.
Model Gospel values and the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Follow the Code of Conduct and Parish and Diocese policies and procedures, and comply with the Diocese Employee Handbook’s Confidentiality Policy.
Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to the Parish, students, and staff.
Provide feedback and guidance to Parish administrative staff, volunteers, and vendors upon the advice and consent of the Parish Pastor.
Monitor children in a variety of locations and conditions.