Instructional Assistant- Blessed Sacrament Catholic School

Position Responsibilities

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.

Serves as a substitute teacher when necessary.

Provides instructional assistance as planned or coordinated by the teacher or administrator.

Leads small group activities, following appropriate training, planned by the teacher in an atmosphere where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.

Assists students with personal hygiene, health, and safety issues, or grooming if required.

Planning/Preparation

Affixes materials, teaching aids, bulletin boards, and equipment for direct instructional activity.

Locates, copies, collates, distributes, and/or groups materials supporting instructional activities planned by the teacher.

Examines short- and long-term unit plans prepared by the teacher and anticipates the need for specific supplies and materials.

Administrative/Management

Provides student supervision before, during, and after school while they are loading, riding, and unloading buses or cars, on the playground, in the cafeteria, in a learning or practice situation.

Maintains a clean and orderly environment for students.

Intervention/Direct Services

Assists students with personal hygiene, health, and safety issues, or grooming if required.

Collaboration

Works closely with teacher(s) or other professionals to create a quality instructional environment.

Professional Responsibilities

Demonstrates initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.

Fulfills attendance, punctuality, and other qualities of an appropriate work ethic.

Models and maintains high ethical standards.

Keeps supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.

Responds to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.

Demonstrates support for the school and its goals and priorities.

Prepares or assists in the preparation of all required reports and maintains all appropriate records.

Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.

Participates in cross-training activities as required.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, or General Education Diploma (GED), or Associate’s or higher degree.
• Experience: Two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or Associate’s or higher degree; or Knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in core subjects, and experience working at day camps, youth groups, private schools, licensed day-care centers, or similar experience with children.
• Licenses and Credentials: Reliable transportation, valid driver license, valid vehicle insurance, must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening, must pass Texas DPS Fingerprint-based Applicant Clearinghouse screening.