PreK Instructional Assistant​/St. Pius X, Mountlake Terrace

Position Details

• Position Type:
  Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood
• Date Posted: 2/23/2026
• Location:
  
  St. Pius X, Mountlake Terrace

Prekindergarten Instructional Assistant

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

St. Pius X Catholic School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant to join our early learning team! This role is essential in supporting the lead teacher and creating a nurturing, caring environment where young learners grow socially, emotionally, and academically. The ideal candidate will provide hands‑on assistance with classroom activities, student supervision, and daily routines while fostering a joyful and engaging learning atmosphere.

• Assist the Pre-Kindergarten lead teacher in implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Supervise and engage with Pre-K students in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
• Foster a warm and inclusive classroom that supports social‑emotional development.
• Help lead fun, age‑appropriate activities, including art, music, movement, and outdoor play.
• Provide individualized support to students as needed.
• Assist children with snack time, transitions, and self‑care routines.
• Ensure classroom organization, cleanliness, and preparation of learning materials.
• Encourage positive behavior and assist with classroom management strategies.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, students, and families to support student success.
• Follow Archdiocesan Safe Environment training requirements and Washington state childcare regulations for school staff.

• Experience working with young children (ages 3-5) in a school or childcare setting preferred.
• Patience, creativity, and a passion for early childhood education.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage small groups of children in a structured yet playful learning environment.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

• $21/hour to $28/hour
• Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

• A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FAS, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays.

Interested candidates must have a completed Appli Track application with the Archdiocese of Seattle Catholic Schools and email their resume and letter of interest to Principal Stephanie Hawk . Join our mission of providing a stellar academic education through Catholic discipleship and service.