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2026-2027 Classroom Assistant

Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Austin · Theresa, WI · 2 mo ago
AdministrativeFull-time

Why Join St Theresa Catholic School?

St. Theresa Catholic School offers a vibrant, faith-filled community on a beautiful 22-acre campus in the heart of Austin, Texas. Our dedicated faculty and staff, supported by a strong leadership team and an engaged parent community, are committed to academic excellence and the spiritual growth of every child. We nurture students to build a strong foundation in faith while developing a lifelong love for learning. If you are passionate about working in a Christ-centered, child-focused environment, we invite you to join our mission.

Job Summary

The classroom assistant fulfills the mission of the school by assisting the classroom teacher in planning, guiding, and evaluating the learning process of the students in the Catholic school for whom the teacher is responsible within the framework of the school's philosophy, organization, and curriculum. The classroom assistant helps the teacher prepare instructional materials, assists with students, and supports learning activities that have been defined by the teacher. The position is hired and evaluated by the principal.

Essential Duties

  • Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
  • Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
  • Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
  • Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
  • Communicates effectively with students, parents, and other professionals
  • Makes sure individual students are monitored and assisted in small instructional groups to support learning activities
  • Supervises students at lunch, recess, and in routine movement
  • Performs clerical tasks, prepares instructional materials, and bulletin boards as indicated by the classroom teacher
  • Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students, and staff
  • Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy
  • Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning
  • Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs
  • Ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues in an instructional setting
  • Ability to follow directions and handle multiple tasks
  • Possesses proficient technology skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
  • Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
  • Able to work well with others in the school community
  • Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
  • Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
  • Skill in job-appropriate technology
  • Skill in critical thinking and planning

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience: None required
  • Certifications and Training: Sufficient training to perform tasks assigned by the principal; Must submit an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Application for Ministry within the first week of employment, participate in an EIM Basic abuse prevention training workshop within 30 days of submitting a complete Application for Ministry, and maintain EIM compliance during the entire term of employment. Must complete Religion Certification Part 1 within two years of the date of hire, completing a minimum of 25 hours each year.

Working Conditions

  • Required to work some nights and weekends
  • Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
  • Required to work a minimum of a full school day
  • Required to work in standard school conditions

Employee Certification

All employees must adhere to the Catholic Schools Standards of Conduct, the Diocese of Austin EIM policies, and the social, ethical, and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as interpreted by the Bishop of Austin. Texas is an “at-will” employment state. Letters of employment are not contracts, nor do they bind the employer or the employee to a predetermined time or guarantee of employment.

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