Teacher's Aide (Aug- June) - St. Josaphat School - Vic. II

About the role

The position of Teacher Assistant is available from August to June. Standard work hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 am - 3:00 pm, full-time and part-time options are also available from 7:30-12:30pm or 12:00-3:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher with the assigned curriculum and regularly evaluate all students to ensure they master it.
• Maintain proper order and discipline, ensuring the learning environment fosters the Catholic Faith and provides Catholic formation.
• Treat all individuals with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
• Work cooperatively and professionally with the lead teacher and staff, students, and parents/legal guardians.
• Refrain from inappropriate, unprofessional, unlawful, or otherwise harmful conduct to the Archdiocese, the School, and/or the School's students, parents/legal guardians, faculty, staff, and administration.
• Demonstrate a public life consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church and refrain from taking a public position contrary to the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Requirements

• Ability to motivate and maintain a learner-focused classroom.
• Desire to learn and grow in the role.
• An attitude of professionalism at all times, refraining from gossip and contributing to the school's positive culture.
• Support faculty by being flexible and covering other assignments due to the absences of other teachers.
• Confidentiality regarding issues related to students, co-workers, administrators, and parents.
• Professional dress consistent with the standards held for all staff and students.
• Safety supervision of students in and out of the classroom.
• Knowledge of and ability to communicate and receive information through the technology platforms used by the school.
• Refer parents' questions and concerns to the lead teacher.
• Use appropriate language in all adult and student interactions, understanding that verbal abuse of another person is un-Christian and never acceptable.
• Agree to disagree respectfully and speak to students in a positive tone at all times, especially when redirecting behavior.
• Properly prepare for each class to attain curricular objectives.
• Work with each child to foster a spirit of achievement.
• Provide a safe, caring, and positive environment.
• Structure discipline within a Christian, Catholic environment.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children and a passion for Catholic education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer literacy.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs can be found here.

Pay

The hourly range for this position is $17.00 – $21.00. An employee's pay within the hourly range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

Schedule

This position runs from August to June, with standard work hours of Monday to Friday, 7:30 am - 3:00 pm. Part-time options are available from 7:30-12:30pm or 12:00-3:00pm.