Preschool Assistant Long Term Substitute - Primary Grade

Preschool Assistant Long Term Substitute - Primary Grade St. Ignatius Catholic School 6180 N Meridian Rd, Meridian, , USA

The Preschool Assistant serves in a preschool classroom as assistant to the lead teacher.

Supports the mission and philosophy of St. Ignatius Catholic School through speaking, acting, and instructing in a manner consistent with the teachings of the Catholic.

• Supports the academic design of the school with its strong emphasis on high
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct and to the policies and procedures of the school and the Catholic Diocese of Boise.
• Desires to grow in a personal faith, and strives to model the teachings of Jesus in attitude and example.
• Willingness to learn and incorporate aspects of Ignatian Spirituality into teaching practices.
• Assists and participates in school faith activities such as Mass, prayer, retreats, and service projects.
• Maintains professional, cooperative, and friendly relationships with students, parents, visitors, and all staff.
• Establishes meaningful and appropriate relationships with students.
• Assists lead teacher with classroom communications, lessons, activities, and other duties.
• Instructs students in both small and large groups as well as individual student needs as they arise.
• Assumes the role of lead teacher in the absence of the teacher.
• Maintains professional confidentiality at all times.
• Assists in student supervision duties such as recess, lunch, drop-off and/or pick-up.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, teacher collaboration times, and both internal and outside professional development as requested.
• Contributes to a classroom environment where students feel welcome, loved and safe.
• Assists with maintaining a high-functioning classroom environment through effective management and clear student expectations.
• Performs other duties as necessary to the position or as specified by the Principal.