Kindergarten Teaching Assistant - St. Francis International School - Silver Spring Maryland

St. Francis International School in Silver Spring is hiring a Kindergarten Teaching Assistant for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time, permanent position reporting to the Principal.

About the role

The Catholic Elementary School Teacher Assistant supports the classroom teacher in delivering instruction based on the approved curricula and mission of the school, and in creating a safe, orderly, and Catholic learning environment for students.

Responsibilities

• Catholic Identity
  • Actively foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions, and practices.
  • Reflect the Catholic Church’s teaching on social justice and witness service to others.
  • Assist in planning liturgical ceremonies such as Mass, penance services, and prayer services (as required by the classroom teacher or principal).
  • Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom (as required by the classroom teacher).
  • Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies (as required).
• Planning
  • Discuss assigned duties with the classroom teacher to coordinate instruction.
  • Assist the classroom teacher in creating lesson plans aligned with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
  • Prepare instructional lessons for individual students and small groups under the direction of the classroom teacher.
  • Plan and prepare teaching aids to enhance instruction.
  • Prepare lesson materials for use by the classroom teacher and students.
  • Display students’ work and prepare bulletin boards.
  • Type, laminate, file, and duplicate materials.
  • Grade and record student work and tests.
• Instruction
  • Present subject matter under the direction and guidance of the classroom teacher.
  • Work with small groups to reinforce previously taught material, provide remedial help, and reinforce skills.
  • Assist students during independent practice to ensure understanding and completeness.
  • Administer make-up work and assessments.
  • Assist the classroom teacher during classroom instruction.
  • Help plan and deliver individual and group instruction, including lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities.
  • Use assessment data to differentiate instruction and meet the diverse needs of all students.
• Classroom Management
  • Support and enforce classroom procedures to optimize instructional time.
  • Support and enforce rules and procedures established by the classroom teacher.
  • Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
  • Set high expectations for achievement.
  • Ensure Catholic values are the basis of all interactions.
• Communication
  • Use formal and informal assessments to inform the classroom teacher of progress made by small groups and remedial students.
  • Attend parent conferences as required by the classroom teacher or principal.
  • Routinely communicate with the classroom teacher to understand expectations for students receiving small group and remedial instruction.
  • Produce weekly reports for the classroom teacher on accomplishments during small group and remedial instruction.
• Non-Instructional Duties
  • Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and classroom teacher substitution (as required).
  • Sponsor clubs and other school activities (as required).
  • Attend Home and School meetings and other after-hours school events (as required).
  • Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.

Requirements

• Knowledge of child development and supervision.

A conscientious effort has been made to include all duties and expectations of the Archdiocese of Washington elementary school teacher assistant. The position’s duties may be expanded or modified at the discretion of the classroom teacher or principal.

Pay

$20.00 to $25.00 per hour.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package.