Classroom Teacher Aide

Summary

Christ the Redeemer Catholic School seeks a responsible, energetic and nurturing individual with experience in early childhood education. Kindergarten teacher aides support teachers in leading a Kindergarten program, adapting classroom activities to reinforce goals and objectives, assisting with lessons, assignments, behaviour management, and personal needs such as toileting and washing for children aged 3-5.

Full‑time, hourly contract basis

Depending on education & experience

School Principal

August - May, with some additional training days

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (any one or more)

Minimum/maximum: 40 hours

7:30 AM – 3:30 PM (additional hours may be added for meetings, etc.)

• Commitment to the philosophy of Catholic education
• Commitment to the mission of Christ the Redeemer Catholic School
• Minimum of a two‑year associate degree
• Commitment to student growth and success
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member
• Proficiency in technology
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records and confidentiality

• Four‑year B.A./B.S. degree
• State teacher certification in appropriate grade level
• Three years teaching experience; early childhood experience preferred
• Catechist certification
• Safe Haven training

• Assist lead teachers in planning, developing and implementing age‑appropriate curriculum.
• Provide support to teachers in devising and imparting daily lesson plans.
• Set up interest centres and prepare instructional material such as flashcards and cutouts.
• Supervise students within the classroom and during recreational activities.
• Provide an environment of comfort and security for young students through nurturing behaviour.
• Distribute and collect workbooks and worksheets and assist students with their assignments.
• Guide independent study and handle remedial work activities.
• Assist students during lunchtime, toileting and washing activities.
• Enforce cleanup activities after lunchtime by modelling appropriate behaviour.
• Observe students for behavioural changes and report findings to lead teacher.
• Assist lead teacher in evaluating students and recording assessments.
• Supervise students during field trips to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
• Organise and supervise physical education programmes during school time.
• Handle student record‑keeping, filing and photocopying activities.
• Supervise and impart instruction to students in absence of the class teacher.
• Provide one‑on‑one support to young students, e.g., helping them write their names or learn initial counting.

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organise and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents in person.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

• Stand for long periods of time
• Walk long distances across campus and within the classroom
• Use hands to handle and manipulate teaching tools (technology, textbooks, student work, chalkboard/whiteboard)
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb steps
• Sit for periods of time in chairs and floor
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Lift up to 50 lbs

• Maintain classroom order and behavioural management to ensure safety.
• Participate in curriculum and staff development programmes within the school and/or district level and in activities provided by the school.
• Attend all in‑service days required.