Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth
Job overview
The Child Care Assistant at Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth is responsible for ensuring the safety and care of preschool aged children and infants during parish activities, supporting parents and parish staff.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves supervising children, ensuring a safe and clean environment, diapering and assisting with toilet use, comforting distressed children, communicating with parents and staff, and making decisions about child health and behavior incidents.
Experience and skills
Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, active Catholic Church membership, childcare experience, completion of Safe Environment process with background check, and First Aid/CPR certification, along with good communication and interpersonal skills.
Work environment and culture
The position reflects a community-focused, faith-based environment with emphasis on safety, care, and coordination with parish staff and volunteers.
Company information
The Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth is a religious organization serving the local Catholic community with various parish activities and services.
Team overview
The Child Care Assistant reports to the Childcare Coordinator and is supervised by the Business Manager, working alongside parish staff and volunteers.
Job location and travel
The job is located within parish childcare settings with required weekday, weekend, and occasional evening hours.
Unique job features
The role requires physical activity including standing, walking, lifting over 40 lbs, and working in a childcare environment with flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
Company overview
The Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth, established in 1969, serves the spiritual and administrative needs of Roman Catholics in North Texas. It operates numerous parishes, schools, and charitable organizations, providing religious services, education, and community support. The Diocese generates revenue primarily through donations, fundraising events, and educational fees. Notable historical events include its founding by Pope Paul VI and its ongoing efforts in community outreach and social justice initiatives.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight experience in child supervision, safety protocols, and infant care, emphasizing your ability to maintain a safe and nurturing environment for preschool-aged children and infants.
Focus on showcasing certifications such as First Aid and CPR, as well as any experience with diapering, toilet assistance, and comforting children, which are key responsibilities in this role.
Apply through multiple platforms including the Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth’s official website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this position.
Connect with current employees or volunteers in the childcare or parish activities division at the Diocese on LinkedIn, initiating conversation by expressing your admiration for their community work or asking about their experiences in supporting parish families.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description like 'child supervision,' 'safety,' 'CPR certified,' 'communication skills,' and 'Parish Safe Environment process' to ensure your application passes initial screenings.
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