Career Opportunities
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2024-2025 School Year Positions
Openings in the Early Childhood Education Center
Archbishop Bergan Catholic Early Childhood Education Center is located at 450 E 4th Street on Bergan’s Downtown Campus on the corner of 4th & Union streets, in what used to be known as the St. Patrick’s Community Center.
The ECEC provides loving, faith based childcare for students who are 3 years old and potty trained through 12 years old.
Job Title: Lead Teacher
Location: 450 E 4th, Fremont, NE 68025
Employment Type: Full-time
Company: Bergan Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC)
Overview:
Bergan Early Childhood Education Center is seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Teacher to join our team. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality early childhood education and fostering a nurturing and faith-based environment for young children. This full-time position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and learning activities for children.
- Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
- Supervise and provide guidance to Assistant Teachers and Support Staff.
- Assess and monitor children's progress, and communicate effectively with parents and guardians.
- Promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child.
- Integrate Catholic/Christian faith-based values and principles into daily activities and interactions.
- Collaborate with colleagues, including the Assistant Director and Director, to enhance the overall program.
- Adhere to the policies and guidelines outlined in the employee handbook.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED and 1500 verified clock hours of experience in organized group activities for young children as indicated by a positive reference from a former employer or supervisor or obtain 45 hours of in-service training within the first 6 months of hire based on training approval from Department of Education Training Center.
- Proven experience as a Lead Teacher in an early childhood education setting. With
- Deep understanding of child development and age-appropriate teaching methods.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- A commitment to the values and principles of the Catholic/Christian faith.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Willingness to follow the guidelines and policies set forth in the employee handbook.
Chain of Command:
1st Level: Assistant Director
2nd Level: Director
3rd Level: President of Bergan Catholic Schools
Time Commitment:
Full-time, with a consistent schedule.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at https://www.berganknights.org/about/ecec-employment-app.html
Alternatively, applications can be picked up at Bergan Early Childhood Education Center, located at 450 E 4th, Fremont, NE 68025.
Bergan Early Childhood Education Center is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.
Job Title: Support Staff
Location: 450 E 4th, Fremont, NE 68025
Employment Type: Part-time (Up to 30 hours per week)
Company: Bergan Early Childhood Education Center
Overview: Bergan Early Childhood Education Center is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Support Staff member to join our team. This part-time position is responsible for supervising and engaging with children in alignment with curriculum goals, standards, and learning objectives. The Support Staff should possess a positive attitude towards working with children and be committed to fostering a nurturing and faith-based environment.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and engage with children in a manner consistent with curriculum goals and learning objectives.
- Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere for children in the program.
- Assist in the implementation of educational activities and projects.
- Collaborate with team members and maintain a spirit of teamwork.
- Embrace opportunities to demonstrate and share the Catholic/Christian faith with childcare families, the community, and colleagues.
- Adhere to the policies and guidelines outlined in the employee handbook.
Chain of Command:
- 1st Level: Lead Teacher
- 2nd Level: Assistant Director
- 3rd Level: Director
- 4th Level: President of Bergan Catholic Schools
Time Commitment:
Support Staff can work a maximum of 30 hours per week as determined by the schedule.
Punctuality is crucial; arrive on time and ready to work.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Early Childhood Education coursework preferred).
- Previous experience working with children is an advantage.
- A positive and patient attitude towards children.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.
- Commitment to the values and principles of the Catholic/Christian faith.
- Willingness to follow the guidelines and policies set forth in the employee handbook.
How to Apply: Interested candidates can apply online at Bergan Early Childhood Education Center Employment Application or by picking up an application at Bergan ECEC. You can also copy and paste the online application link into your address bar: https://www.berganknights.org/about/ecec-employment-app.html
Bergan Early Childhood Education Center is an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Job Title: Assistant Teacher
Location: 450 E 4th, Fremont, NE 68025
Employment Type: Part Time, up to 30 hours a week
Company: Bergan Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC)
Overview:
Bergan Early Childhood Education Center is seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Teacher 18 or older, experience working with young children, High School Diploma or GED, valid driver's license and enjoy working with children.
Chain of Command:
1st Level: Assistant Director
2nd Level: Director
3rd Level: President of Bergan Catholic Schools
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at https://www.berganknights.org/about/ecec-employment-app.html
Alternatively, applications can be picked up at Bergan Early Childhood Education Center, located at 450 E 4th, Fremont, NE 68025.
Bergan Early Childhood Education Center is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.
