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Instructional/Lay Teacher

Catholic Diocese Of Fort Worth·Richland Hills, Texas

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 2 days ago
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About the role

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.

Position

2 yr. old Teacher

Date Revised: August 17, 2026

Reports to: Cynthia Thornton

Location

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.

General

Position Summary

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.

Principal Accountabilities

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.

Typical Decisions and/or Recommendations Made in This Position

(Moderate) Exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.

Supervision Given and/or Received: (Moderate)

Internal Contacts

• The Pre-school Director and Assistant Director, Pastors, Priests, Principals, Business Managers, and employees.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

  • This position works in a typical classroom environment.
  • Ability to accept work interruptions while still remaining focused on duties.
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance and up to 60 pounds with assistance.

Education and Experience Preferred

  • Minimum of 2 years of professional education or experience in ECE.
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in child development

Knowledge and Skills Preferred

  • Demonstrated ability to listen empathetically, make peace, and de-escalate
  • Demonstrated history of good judgement.
  • Demonstrated aptitude for adaptability and flexibility.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and follow directives from director and assistant director
  • Ability to receive, understand, retain, and complete verbal and written tasks.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service and work efficiently with parents, staff, and other colleagues
  • Ability to honor and maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to work well with people from a diverse variety of audiences.
  • Excellent organization, prioritization, and communication skills.

FLSA Designation

(Nonexempt) (FT = 40 of hours per week) (Schedule:

  • M-F 8:30-5:30 p.m.)

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Richland Hills, Texas
Posted
Aug 16, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Catholic Diocese Of Fort Worth

In full communion with the Pope, the Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth is comprised of 92 parishes, 17 schools, and an estimated 1,200,000 Catholics across 28 counties. As Bishop, Most Reverend Michael F. Olson, S.T.D., M.A., guides and fosters the spiritual growth of the Catholic...

Salary listed on 10 jobs
IndustryReligious Institutions
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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