Little Lambs Preschool Teacher

Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth; Colleyville (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth seeks a Preschool Teacher to manage daily classroom activities and support the Little Lambs Preschool program at Good Shepherd Catholic Community. You will nurture academic, social, emotional, and physical development in a Catholic setting.

The role includes co-teaching, lesson planning, and maintaining a safe, caring environment while aligning with parish values and policies. Strong communication with families is expected.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to listen empathetically and de-escalate when needed.
• Good judgement and decision making in classroom situations.
• Adaptability and flexibility to changing needs within the Diocese.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to work with staff, clergy and laity.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day classroom operations.
• Promote Catholic faith and the mission of Good Shepherd Catholic Community and Little Lambs Preschool.
• Co-teach with a teaching partner and plan lessons.
• Create a safe, nurturing classroom environment and maintain cleanliness.
• Plan and submit lesson plans; assess students; communicate with parents as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Judgement

Adaptability

Customer service

Organization

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Teaching certificate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Date Revised:June 19, 2026

Reports to: Little Lambs Preschool Director

Location: Good Shepherd Catholic Community

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 preschool teacher is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers will meet the needs for academic, cognitive, social, emotional and physical development of students in their classroom. Teachers will create a safe and nurturing classroom environment.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Applicant should be a practicing Catholic
• Applicant will promote the Catholic faith and support the mission and philosophy of Good Shepherd Catholic Community and Little Lambs Preschool.
• Create a loving environment of safety and security and consistency.
• Foster and promote a love of learning.
• Co-teach with a teaching partner, as equals.
• Follow Little Lambs Curriculum Guide in place, as provided by Director.
• Follow Little Lambs School Calendar activities.
• Plan and submit lesson plans.
• Plan and execute a balanced suite of activities for the children in all skill levels.
• Review the developmental stage of each child and his/her specific learning needs.
• Perform Student Assessments at the beginning and the end of the school year.
• Communicate to parents regularly as determined within your team, and as needed.
• Set reasonable expectation for students and correct behavioral issues by utilizing positive reinforcement.
• Assist children with hygiene needs, toileting needs, and with any/all first aid needs.
• Plan to send home tangible work at least once weekly.
• Understand and follow Little Lambs policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment
• Remain in compliance and current with safe environment requirements.
• Hold current CPR and First Aid certificate.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions and/or Recommendations Made in This Position:

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

Supervision Given and/or Received:

(Moderate or Minimal)

Internal Contacts:

• The Diocese, Pastors, Priests, Principals, Business Managers, and employees.

External Contacts:

• Parishioners, diocese vendors, local, state, and federal agency representatives, and auditors.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• This position works in a typical office environment but is subject to stress due to the evolving and quickly expanding needs of the Diocese, tight deadlines and moderate workloads.
• Ability to sit and perform computer work for lengthy periods of time.
• Able to access and maintain centralized departmental files. Involves extending arms and reaching files stored in multiple levels on shelves, climbing up a stepladder to access files.
• Ability to accept work interruptions while still remaining focused on duties.
• Data entry via computer keyboard that requires repetitive and frequent hand and wrist movements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and up to 60 pounds with assistance.

Travel Requirements:

• Infrequent travel, by car, may be required to Diocese Parishes and/or schools.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church.
• Early Childhood experience.
• Teaching certificate is not required but preferred.
• Familial experience with care of children, childcare.
• Experience planning activities for children.

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 use various computer software programs; strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, especially in Word and Excel.
• Ability to use various office machines (copier, fax, phones, calculator, scanner, etc.) or ability to learn.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow directives from Pastor or Chief of Staff in a timely manner.
• 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 staff, clergy, religious, and laity.
• 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: (Non-Exempt) (Occasional/19 Hours/Onsite)