Classroom Teacher Aide

St. Edward Catholic School seeks a responsible, energetic, and nurturing individual with experience in early childhood education to support teachers leading a pre-k program.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in planning, developing, and implementing age-appropriate curriculum.
• Provide support to teachers in devising and imparting lesson plans on a daily basis.
• Set up interest centers and prepare instructional materials such as flash cards and cutouts.
• Supervise students within the classroom and during recreational activities.
• Provide a nurturing environment to ensure comfort and security for young students.
• Distribute and collect workbooks and worksheets; assist students with assignments.
• Guide independent study and handle remedial work activities.
• Assist students during lunchtime, toileting, and washing activities.
• Enforce cleanup activities after lunchtime by modeling appropriate behavior.
• Observe students for changes in behavior and report findings to the lead teacher.
• Assist the lead teacher in evaluating students and writing assessments.
• Supervise students during field trips to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Organize and supervise physical education programs during school time.
• Handle student record-keeping, filing, and photocopying activities.
• Supervise and instruct students in the absence of the class teacher.
• Provide one-on-one support to young students, such as helping them write their names or learn initial counting.
• Maintain classroom order and behavioral management to ensure safety.
• Participate in curriculum and staff development programs within the school or district.
• Attend all required in-service days.

Requirements

• Commitment to the philosophy of Catholic education.
• Commitment to the Mission of St. Edward Catholic School.
• Minimum of a two-year Associate’s Degree.
• Commitment to student growth and success.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member.
• Proficiency in technology.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four-year B.A./B.S. Degree.
• State Teacher Certification in an appropriate grade level.
• Three years of teaching experience; early childhood experience preferred.
• Catechist certification.
• Safe Haven training.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents in person.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Physical Requirements

• Stand for long periods of time.
• Walk long distances across campus and within the classroom.
• Use hands to handle or manipulate teaching tools (technology, textbooks, student work, chalkboard/whiteboard).
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Climb steps.
• Sit for periods of time—on chairs and the floor.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Schedule

Full-time, hourly contract basis for the 2026-2027 school year (August–May) with some additional training days. Specific days needed: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday (one or more).

• Minimum/Maximum hours per week: 40
• Job hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM (additional hours may be added for meetings, etc.)

Reports to: School Principal