Teacher Aide

Teacher Aide
- Hourly

1147 St. Patrick School, Tacoma
- Tacoma, WA 98403

Salary Range $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time

Kindergarten Aide:

The Kindergarten Aide supports the Kindergarten Teachers in creating a nurturing, faith-filled, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. The aide assists with classroom instruction, student supervision, and daily activities, ensuring a positive and organized setting that aligns with the Catholic mission and values of the school.

Core Functions or Duties:

• Assist the teacher with lesson preparation, instructional activities, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Work with small groups or individual students to reinforce lessons and provide additional guidance.
• Help implement classroom management strategies to maintain a respectful and engaged learning environment.
• Support students in developing social, emotional, and academic skills.

Student Supervision and Care:

• Supervise students in the classroom, hallways, playground, lunchroom, and during arrival/dismissal.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times.
• Assist with bathroom breaks, handwashing, and other self-care routines as needed.

Faith Formation and Catholic Identity:

• Foster a Christ-centered environment by modeling Catholic values and virtues.
• Encourage students in daily prayer, religious instruction, and faith-based activities.
• Support the school's mission and participate in religious celebrations, liturgies, and service projects.

Classroom Organization and Maintenance:

• Assist in setting up and cleaning classroom materials and learning centers.
• Help organize and maintain educational resources, supplies, and student work.
• Prepare materials for lessons, projects, and activities as directed by the teacher.

Communication and

Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with the teachers, staff, and parents to support student learning.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and colleagues.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned by the Kindergarten Teachers or Principal/Vice Principal
• Recess Duty

Qualifications/

Competencies:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree or coursework in Education preferred).
• Experience working with young children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Commitment to Catholic education and willingness to support the school's faith-based mission.
• Patience, kindness, and enthusiasm for working with young learners.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to follow the teachers' instructions and adapt to the needs of the classroom.
• Compliance with diocesan/school policies, including background checks and Safe Environment Training.

Reporting:

• Reports to the Kindergarten Teachers, Principal, and Vice Principal

Working:

• Works with students, parents, faculty & staff.

Salary Range:

$18/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.

This position is 35 hours/week and benefit-eligible.

Those with direct Catholic education experience will be prioritized.

Benefits:

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, FSA, generous sick leave, paid vacation, and holidays.