Instructional Assistant- St Matthew Catholic School

Instructional Assistant – St. Matthew Catholic School

Full‑time position. Immediate start date. The Instructional Assistant fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by assisting the classroom teacher in planning, guiding, and educating students in a loving, Christ‑centered environment.

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Adheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis.
• Protects confidentiality of client and school information, donor gifts, and financial data.
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy; takes a solution‑oriented approach and promotes collaboration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Assist the teacher(s) in preparing materials, teaching aids, bulletin boards, and equipment for direct instructional activity.
• Schedule space for specialized programs; coordinate the arrangement of seating and activity areas.
• Examine short‑and long‑term unit plans and anticipate supply needs.
• Assist the teacher in adapting curriculum to meet student needs; confer on student progress.
• Serve as substitute teacher when necessary.
• Provide student supervision before, during, and after school; assist in maintaining security of records, materials, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, orderly environment; check objective tests and mark errors (but not assign a grade).
• Escort or transport students to and from classrooms, clinic, cafeteria as required.
• Provide instructional assistance as planned or coordinated by the teacher or administrator.
• Lead small‑group activity following appropriate training.
• Assist students with personal hygiene, health and safety issues, or grooming if required.
• Work closely with teachers, parents, administrators, and other professionals; exhibit interpersonal skills and service orientation.
• Demonstrate initiative on assigned responsibilities; follow attendance, punctuality, and other work‑ethic standards.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Prepare reports and maintain appropriate records.
• Identify potential problems or opportunities for improvement; participate in cross‑training activities.
• Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

• High‑school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education, or an associate’s or higher degree.
• Knowledge of school procedures and policies; ability to adapt to different situations.
• Experience working with children in day camps, youth groups, private schools, or licensed day‑care centers.
• Demonstrated ability to assist in instruction in core subjects.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance.
• Must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening.
• Knowledge of techniques and procedures for working with a targeted student population.
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to plan and/or implement instructional activities.
• Technical competency with a variety of technology and equipment.
• Clerical skills; ability to cooperate as a team member.
• Physical ability to lift a student if required.
• Detail oriented, organized, self‑motivated; works well independently and on a team.
• Critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills.

Full‑time benefits may include paid holidays, accrued vacation & sick pay, 403(b) retirement, 401(a) pension plan, medical, dental, vision, life, employee assistance program, and short‑term/long‑term disability. Benefits may vary based on employment status and location.

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.