Aide - Classroom

Job Summary

The Classroom Aide supports the educational mission of St. Joseph Catholic School by assisting teachers in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. This position works collaboratively with classroom teachers to support students' academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development. The Classroom Aide assists with classroom activities, student supervision, instructional support, and daily routines while fostering a positive environment rooted in Catholic faith and values.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers with daily instruction, classroom activities, assignments, and learning exercises.

• Provide individual and small-group support to reinforce lessons and assist students with academic needs.

• Support students with varying learning, developmental, and behavioral needs under the direction of the classroom teacher.

• Supervise students in the classroom, hallways, cafeteria, playground, and during school activities and transitions.

• Assist with classroom management and reinforce positive behavior, appropriate social skills, and student independence.

• Prepare instructional materials, organize supplies, and assist with classroom preparation and cleanup.

• Help maintain a safe, orderly, welcoming, and engaging classroom environment.

• Assist with clerical duties, including copying, filing, organizing materials, and other classroom tasks.

• Communicate student needs, observations, and concerns to the classroom teacher and appropriate school personnel.

• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and classroom matters.

• Follow school policies, procedures, and established safety guidelines.

• Model respect, kindness, compassion, and Catholic values in interactions with students, families, and staff.

• Support and uphold the mission, values, and Catholic identity of St. Joseph Catholic School.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting preferred.

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, families, and school personnel.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Patience, flexibility, dependability, and a positive attitude.

• Ability to supervise and manage groups of children effectively.

• Ability to support students with varying academic, developmental, and behavioral needs.

• Commitment to maintaining a safe, nurturing, and respectful learning environment.

• Willingness to support and embrace the mission and values of Catholic education.

• Must successfully complete required background checks and Archdiocesan Safe Environment training.