Teacher Assistance​/Aide - St. Patrick School, Rodeo

Elementary Classroom Aide

The Elementary Classroom Aide supports teachers in creating a nurturing, structured, and faith-filled learning environment for young students. This role focuses on assisting with classroom management, supervising children during recess and transitions, helping with basic academic tasks such as grading and preparation, and contributing to the daily life of the school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Classroom Support:
  Assist the teacher in maintaining a positive and orderly classroom environment
• Help students stay focused, organized, and engaged in learning activities
• Provide individual or small-group support to reinforce lessons
• Prepare materials, organize supplies, and assist with classroom setup and displays
• Academic Assistance:
  Support teachers with grading simple assignments, organizing student work, and tracking completion
• Assist with preparing worksheets, crafts, and hands-on learning activities
• Help students with basic skills such as reading, writing, and following directions
• Student Supervision:
  Supervise students during recess, lunch, and transitions between activities
• Ensure student safety and promote kindness, inclusion, and respectful behavior
• Assist with playground management and conflict resolution in age-appropriate ways
• Communication & Teamwork:
  Collaborate closely with teachers and school staff
• Share observations about student behavior and needs
• Attend and actively participate in weekly staff meetings
• Faith & School Community:
  Support and model Catholic values in daily interactions
• Participate in prayer, Mass, and religious activities with students
• Foster a caring and respectful classroom community

Physical Requirements:

Ability to actively supervise young children, including standing, walking, and outdoor supervision Ability to assist with classroom setup and light lifting

Work Schedule:

Full-Time or Part-Time

Requirements /

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; coursework in education or child development preferred
• Experience working with elementary-aged children strongly preferred
• Patience, warmth, and the ability to work well with young learners
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Willingness to support the mission and values of a Catholic school