Daycare Worker

Location: St. Mary’s Parish/School, Greensburg, IN

Posted: July 15, 2025

St. Mary’s Parish/School is seeking a compassionate and energetic Daycare Worker to join our early childhood care team. This position plays a vital role in supporting the spiritual, emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development of children in a Catholic faith-based setting.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
  • Positively engage with children and serve as a caring adult role model.
  • Lead or assist with group and individual activities that encourage learning and play.
  • Support spiritual development by using age-appropriate Catholic faith lessons and materials.
  • Assist with daily care tasks such as serving snacks/meals, diapering, restroom breaks, and clean-up routines.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment, ensuring proper use and storage of toys and supplies.
  • Monitor and supervise children at all times, applying appropriate behavior guidance.
  • Comply with all Safe Parish, health, and safety protocols.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or GED preferred.
  • Prior experience in early childhood care or education is a plus.
  • Strong communication skills and a calm, peaceful demeanor.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and meet the physical demands of the role.
  • Willingness to support and model Christian values and Catholic teaching.
  • Must be able to pass background screening and complete Archdiocesan child safety training.
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

This position requires flexibility, teamwork, and a genuine love for working with children in a faith-filled environment.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to:

Nancy Buening, Principal
nbuening@stmarysgreensburg.com

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