St. Francis Kindergarten and Nursery at St. Francis Catholic Church seeks an exceptional candidate to protect, provide care for, and positively engage with children in our childcare center. The ideal candidate for this position will be organized, patient, flexible, will follow rules and schedules, will have experience planning and implementing curriculum, will be calm, even- tempered, and have a High School Diploma and pass Federal Background Check. 

If you possess the above qualities and have a passion for caring for young children, along with previous experience in a licensed childcare center, we encourage you to apply!

Summary of Essential Job Functions

 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 St. Francis Catholic Church 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 participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.

Supervise children in your care at ALL times-ensuring health and safety.

Interact with children and encourage their involvement in activities while relating to them with courtesy, respect, patience, and acceptance.

Prepare a warm and safe environment that is orderly, clean, and appealing, while permitting the child to learn and explore.

Maintain good communication with parents through the brightwheel daycare app and face-to-face encounters during drop-off and pick-up.

Perform tasks such as taking out the trash, washing dishes/bibs, performing minor cleaning, and preparation of snacks.
Assist with or perform activity planning, including crafts and sensory development exercises.
Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined by the Child Development Center, the Diocese of Austin, Health and Human Services (Licensing), and the Health Department to assure compliance for state certification and accreditation.

Ministerial Character

The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish (St. Francis Catholic Church -Waco Texas) which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ’s mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Positions employed in St. Francis Catholic Church -Waco Texas help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Pastor in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.

High School Diploma or GED; Able to work an 8-hour schedule between the hours of 6:30am-5:30pm; Complete a minimum of 24 hours of required training each year (provided by center)

At least 6 months' experience in a licensed childcare facility or school setting OR be willing to obtain 8 hours of pre-service training; Clear FBI fingerprinting; Obtain CPR/First Aid Training; Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.