POSITION TITLE: Preschool Aide
STATUS/HOURS: Part Time: M-F (19 hrs per week)
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
SALARY RANGE: $16.30
REPORTS TO: Preschool Director
JOB OPENING: ASAP
Position Summary: If you have a passion for working with children, are dedicated to providing the best education and care to your students, works collaboratively, and want to learn and grow, we want you to be a part of our team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Teacher to create and deliver lesson plans, and assist with school curriculum
- Oversees outdoor activities ensuring a safe environment for the children at all times
- Assist the teacher with rest time and prep work
- Provides children with support and care during lunchtime and rest time
- Respecting and honoring the needs of the individual children with concern for their interests, special needs, talents, and individual style and pace of learning
- Considering individual children in relationship to their cultural and socioeconomic background
- Able to sit on the floor, kneel or crouch down to assist children’s needs
- Must be enthusiastic, patient and nurturing
- Treating children with dignity and respect
- Assuming an equal share of the joint housekeeping responsibilities of the staff after the children have either departed or are under the supervision of another teacher
- Participating in recommended training programs, conferences, courses and other aspects of professional growth
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Requirements to Apply:
- Must have completed 12 ECE units or completed a minimum of 6 ECE units and enrolled in 6 ECE units (Copy of transcripts provided)
- Previous experience in a licensed preschool or early development center (preferred)
- Live Scan Fingerprint and CMG Background Clearance
- Cleared TB test to work in a Licensed Child Care Facility
Applicant’s Character Traits:
- Familiarity with the organizational structure and practices of the Roman Catholic Church
- Passion to work with young children and desire to grow as an educator
- Works well with others
- Has a positive attitude and enthusiasm
Please email cover letter, copy of transcripts, and resume to: Kim James, Principal @ kim.james@stdidacusparishschool.org
