Job Opportunities

Childcare/RE Assistant

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour approximately 3.5 hours a week.

Job description:

Small liberal church in Richmond Texas needs reliable teacher’s aide for religious education classes for preschoolers and young children.  Must like kids and have experience working with small children.

Candidate should be self-motivating and ready to step in when they see something that needs to be done. Job includes some light duties around the church (make coffee, empty dishwasher, etc) before and after the service. Must be reliable and punctual.

This is a part-time position. Attendance is required every Sunday morning from 9:30 am to 1 pm, and once a month on the 3rd Saturday from 4:30 to 8 pm. Additional hours may be arranged to support other family programs and events.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children

  • Supervise and engage with children and lead activities that promote learning and development

  • Assist with diaper changes and potty training as needed

  • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of the nursery area

  • Communicate with parents regarding their child's daily activities

Qualifications:

  • Experience in childcare, babysitting, or related roles

  • Knowledge of first aid procedures for children

  • Ability to provide attentive care to small children and support their development

  • Reliable and punctual

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred qualifications:

  • Familiarity with daycare or preschool settings

  • Experience with kids with special needs.

  • Understanding of childhood development milestones

  • Strong classroom management skills

  • CPR certification will be required within 30 days of hire.

Thoreau UU Congregation is a progressive, inclusive, family-friendly religious community.

We gather weekly on Sunday mornings on our lovely 5 acre property in rural Richmond.

Our mission is to be a spiritual community of open minds and caring hearts working for social justice and religious freedom in Fort Bend.

Our work environment is:

  • Relaxed atmosphere

  • Agile and nimble

  • Engaging, safe, caring culture