Morning and Afternoon Part-Time Kindergarten Instructional Aides, St. Thomas More, Lynnwood

St. Thomas More School is seeking two caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Part-Time Kindergarten Instructional Aides to join our school community for the upcoming school year.

About St. Thomas More School

At St. Thomas More School, we partner with families to form students who grow in faith, knowledge, and character. Guided by our mission and school theme, "You Belong," we strive to create classrooms where every child feels welcomed, supported, and encouraged to reach their potential.

About the role

The Kindergarten Instructional Aide works alongside the classroom teacher to support instruction, supervise students, prepare classroom materials, and help create a positive learning environment rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Responsibilities

• Support small-group and individual instruction.
• Assist with literacy, mathematics, and classroom learning activities.
• Prepare instructional materials and organize classroom resources.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, and transitions as assigned.
• Encourage positive behavior and model Christian values.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to support student success.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a school, childcare, or similar setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patient, dependable, and organized.
• Ability to foster a positive and respectful classroom environment.
• First Aid/CPR certification is preferred but not required.
• Must complete all Archdiocese of Seattle employment requirements, including a background check and Virtus training.

Schedule

Two part-time positions are available: Morning Kindergarten Instructional Aide and Afternoon Kindergarten Instructional Aide. Up to 40 hours per week may be available. Specific hours will be discussed during the interview process.

Pay

$19.00 to $21.00 per hour. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Pension
• 403(b)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays