Teacher Aide - Hourly

Kindergarten Aide:

The Kindergarten Aide supports the Kindergarten Teachers in creating a nurturing, faith-filled, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. The aide assists with classroom instruction, student supervision, and daily activities, ensuring a positive and organized setting that aligns with the Catholic mission and values of the school.

Core Functions or Duties:

Classroom Support

- Assist the teacher with lesson preparation, instructional activities, and hands-on learning experiences.

- Work with small groups or individual students to reinforce lessons and provide additional guidance.

- Help implement classroom management strategies to maintain a respectful and engaged learning environment.

- Support students in developing social, emotional, and academic skills.

Student Supervision and Care

- Supervise students in the classroom, hallways, playground, lunchroom, and during arrival/dismissal.

- Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times.

- Assist with bathroom breaks, handwashing, and other self-care routines as needed.

Faith Formation and Catholic Identity

- Foster a Christ-centered environment by modeling Catholic values and virtues.

- Encourage students in daily prayer, religious instruction, and faith-based activities.

- Support the schools mission and participate in religious celebrations, liturgies, and service projects.

Classroom Organization and Maintenance

- Assist in setting up and cleaning classroom materials and learning centers.

- Help organize and maintain educational resources, supplies, and student work.

- Prepare materials for lessons, projects, and activities as directed by the teacher.

Communication and Collaboration

- Work collaboratively with the teachers, staff, and parents to support student learning.

- Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and colleagues.

Additional Responsibilities:

- Other duties as assigned by the Kindergarten Teachers or Principal/Vice Principal

- Recess Duty

Qualifications

Qualifications/Competencies:

- High school diploma or equivalent (Associates degree or coursework in Education preferred).

- Experience working with young children in an educational or childcare setting.

- Commitment to Catholic education and willingness to support the schools faith-based mission.

- Patience, kindness, and enthusiasm for working with young learners.

- Strong organizational and communication skills.

- Ability to follow the teachers instructions and adapt to the needs of the classroom.

- Compliance with diocesan/school policies, including background checks and Safe Environment Training.

Relationships

Reporting

- Reports to the Kindergarten Teachers, Principal, and Vice Principal

Working

- Works with students, parents, faculty & staff.

Salary Range:

$18/hour

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicants skills, and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

This position is 35 hours/week and benefit-eligible.

Those with direct Catholic education experience will be prioritized.

Benefits:

A comprehensive package of benefits is offered, including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long-term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, generous sick leave, paid vacation, and holidays.

Inquiries/Submittal:

Please send a cover letter & resume to Kate Chambers, Principal, at [email protected]. Please also fill out the job application at the Archdiocese of Seattle job posting page .

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicants skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.