Childcare Team – Multiple OpeningsDiocese of Grand Rapids

Open Positions 

1. Preschool (3/4s) Lead Teacher(s) 
2. Toddler (Ages 1-3) Lead Teacher(s) 
3. Part time and/or Full time Floater 

Job Description 

St. John Vianney Early Childhood Center is seeking new educators to join our team. We are seeking educators who have experience working with children in a childcare setting or educational setting. An ideal candidate is someone who will establish a nurturing environment for children, maintain safe learning and play environments, and design developmentally appropriate and engaging activities. 

Job Responsibilities 

1. Care for and track child daily activities (diapering, meals, naps, etc.) 
2. Lesson/activity planning 
3. Perform annual child development assessments 
4. Support students with special or individualized needs 
5. Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment 
6. Maintain a safe learning and play environment 
7. Establish and maintain a nurturing and welcoming rapport with children and families
8. Additional responsibilities vary by role 

Candidate Requirements 

1. Completed or actively pursuing bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or similar field (preferred) 
2. Completed or actively pursuing Child Development Associate (CDA) (preferred)
3. Experience working with children in a childcare setting or educational setting
4. Pediatric First Aid & CPR certification 
5. Excellent communication skills 
6. Additional requirements vary by role

Essential Job Functions 

1. Ability to lift and carry children up to 40-50 pounds 
2. Ability to stand, walk, bend kneel, and sit on the floor for extended periods throughout the day 
3. Actively supervise children indoors and outdoors and respond quickly in emergencies
4. Ability to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining required childcare supervision ratios 
5. Additional job functions vary by role 

Please send resume and cover letter: 

Olivia Griffin 

Early Childhood Director 

[email protected]