Job Opportunities

The Child Development Center at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish seeks warm and nurturing preschool teachers to provide a safe and loving environment for children where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected.  Responsibilities include planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons based on curriculum guidelines and ensuring consistency in teaching and discipline that is in line with center standards.

APPLY HERE FOR PRESCHOOL TEACHER

Summary of essential job functions:

• Offer a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of both the individual child and the group
• Supervise children at all times, ensuring their health and safety
• Interact with children and encourage their involvement in activities while relating to them with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience
• Prepare a warm and safe environment that is orderly, clean, and appealing and permits the child to grow and to explore
• Help plan and implement weekly lesson plans based on a curriculum outline
• Establish and maintain good communications with parents daily and through parent conferences
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as dictated by the Child Development Center and the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, to assure compliance for state certification and accreditation

• Minimum age: 18 years
• High School diploma or GED.  An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred.
• Must be willing to attend a minimum of 24 hours of required training each year.
• Must have 6 months prior experience in a licensed childcare facility or a school setting OR be willing to obtain 8 hours of pre-service training.  Previous experience in childcare is preferred.
• Pass FBI fingerprinting and background check.
• Willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid Training and the Diocese of Austin Ethics & Integrity in Ministry Training.

• Adequate physical ability to perform necessary duties related to age of children in classroom (ability to lift, ability to get up and down from floor, etc.).
• Must be able to work a set schedule between the hours of 8:30 am - 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Job Summary:
The Coordinator of Adult Formation handles the planning, coordinating, and implementation of the adult formation programs. The person in this position is a member of the Faith Formation team and works closely with the Director of Faith Formation. The position reports to the Director of Faith Formation and works with latitude for the use of independent judgment and initiative.

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Essential Job Duties:

• As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the parish in both your professional and personal life.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Continuously grow in your ministry by taking part in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.

• Coordinate and implement adult formation and evangelization programs in cooperation with the parish staff.
• Assist Director of Faith Formation with implementation of family formation programs.
• Coordinate and implement adult sacrament programs: Becoming Fully Catholic (both unbaptized and Chistian converts) and Adult Confirmation (for baptized Catholics)
• Conduct interviews for those wishing to become Catholic as adults and work alongside the Pastoral Associate for support with pastoral needs (annulments, convalidations, etc.)

• Work with Ministry Administrative Assistant to ensure proper recording of sacramental records.

• Aid staff in the input of records into the current church management software program, as needed.
• Properly maintain and use all material resources (books, video, computer, etc.).
• Ensure the proper use and safety of the facilities as needed and keep a clean and inviting environment (particularly in the shared facilities with CDC (Child Development Center).
• Recruit, develop, and communicate with the formation volunteers.

• Prepare, monitor, and manage the adult formation budget, as directed.
• Attend all staff meetings and any other meetings requested by the Pastor or Director of Faith Formation.
• Meet with the Pastor and Director of Faith Formation regularly for support, collaboration, and program direction.

• Other duties as assigned by Pastor or Director of Faith Formation.
• Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to staff and parishioners/program participants.

• Knowledge of catechesis directed towards adults.
• Knowledge of the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as passed down through tradition, sacred scripture, and the documents of the church, including but not limited to the New American Bible Revised Edition (NABRE), the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Code of Canon Law, and Papal Encyclicals.
• Skill in verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Skill as a dynamic and engaging public speaker.
• Skill in operating position-appropriate technology, including various word-processing and spreadsheet software, database programs, web design applications, web browsers, and other typical office equipment and technology including basic design of print and social media communications.
• Ability to provide excellent service to parishioners/program participants and work effectively with staff, clergy, religious and laity.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and use effective time management techniques.
• Ability to follow instructions given in verbal or written format.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited American college or university or equivalent in a foreign country with some coursework in education, theology, or a related field.

• Three (3) years or more experience in a parish.

• English (proficient in conversing, reading, and writing).

• Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing.

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.