Catholic Diocese Of Fort Worth·Richland Hills, Texas
The teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. They must ensure a safe and stimulating environment while maintaining frequent communication with parents and supervising classroom staff.
2 yr. old Teacher
Date Revised: August 17, 2026
Reports to: Cynthia Thornton
St. John's Childcare
www.fwdioc.org [http://www.fwdioc.org]
The principal duty of all employees is to assist in the mission of the Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.
Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching
Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth.
Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met
Ensure a healthy classroom environment-including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene, and safety standards.
Maintain accurate forms, and children documentation.
Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
(Moderate) Exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.
Supervision Given and/or Received: (Moderate)
• The Pre-school Director and Assistant Director, Pastors, Priests, Principals, Business Managers, and employees.
Market context
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