St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church·College Station, Texas
Supervise and engage children in a safe, clean, and orderly environment while maintaining consistent communication with parents. Perform daily tasks including activity planning, snack preparation, and minor facility maintenance to ensure compliance with state and diocesan standards.
Description Full-time / On-site position available now.
The Child Development Center at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish seeks an exceptional candidate to protect, provide care for, and positively engage with young children in our childcare center. The ideal candidate for this position will enjoy working with children in classrooms of all age levels, be flexible in moving from classroom to classroom as needed, have the physical strength to move furniture and other heavy objects, the skill to assemble items purchased for use in the center, the ability to perform minor maintenance tasks, and have minimum of 1 year work experience at a licensed childcare center. The schedule for this position is a split shift with working hours being 7am-Noon and 3pm-6pm, Monday-Friday.
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 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.
Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.
Ministerial Character The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish (St.
Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church – College Station, 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.
Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church – College Station, 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.
All employees of the Parish are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the church.
The Parish is an at-will employer.
All buildings and vehicles owned by the Parish are tobacco free.
Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech, including Roman Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations.
Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
High School Diploma or GED Able to work an 8-hour shift, 7am-Noon and 3pm-6pm, Monday - Friday Complete up to a minimum of 30 hours of required training each year (provided by center) At least 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare facility CPR/First Aid Training Certification Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.
Market context
In Texas, full-time split-shift daycare roles are often in steady demand because childcare centers need coverage across early drop-off and late pickup hours. These positions are competitive when you already have licensed-facility experience, current CPR/First Aid, and a high school diploma or GED. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your schedule availability and highlight any experience working within ethics or ministry-based policies.