Teachers Aide

 Position Purpose
The essential role of the Catholic school aide is to witness to the Gospel message and to lead students in reflecting on a Christian approach to life, while building the faith community.  An aide should provide students with opportunities to develop their gifts as peacemakers and stewards for the service of the world community.  This role is accomplished through instructional techniques and interactive processes that enable students to use their creative talents to become Catholic adults in the 21st century who are problem solvers and makers of just decisions.
Under the general supervision of the School Principal and Classroom Teacher, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing Diocese approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Functions

• Share and support the school's mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives (copies provided by the principal).
• Administers, in collaboration with the classroom teacher, the early childhood curriculum in accordance with Diocesan goals and objectives.
• Assist students, colleagues, principal, and parents in creating a school climate that fosters growth in faith, academics, and citizenship.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction, as well as student learning.
• Teach Catholic values and stories of faith with commitment in the daily curriculum.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Supervises students in activities that take place outside the classroom during the school day, including those involving school transportation.

Knowledge, Skills ,and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of Catholic Doctrine and witness of Gospel values
• Knowledge of early childhood school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to handle confidential and/or official information with discretion.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Professionalism in attire, communication, and demeanor

Qualifications Profile:

• High School Degree required. 
• Experience working with children. 

Job Summary: The position is 29/hours per week or less. 

Pay Scale: $15-$20/hour

Application Procedure:
Apply online
 

Qualifications:

High school diploma and the ability to work with children.

Must complete the Safe Environment requirements of the Rockford Diocese Virtus program.

Must be able to pass a fingerprint and background check.

Must be 21+ years of age