PreK Teacher Aide - Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

PRIMARY FUNCTION : Under the direction of the school principal is responsible for supporting the Diocese of Nashville in its mission to evangelize and catechize youth in a Catholic School environment.

GENERAL SUMMARY :

The teacher’s aide fulfills the mission of the school by assisting the classroom teacher in planning, guiding, and evaluating the learning process of the students in the Catholic school for whom the teacher is responsible within the framework of the school’s philosophy, organization, and curriculum.

The teacher’s aide helps the teacher prepare instructional materials, assists with students, and supports learning activities that have been defined by the teacher.

Under the supervision of the Building Principal, the accepted candidate is responsible for aiding part time in the Pre-K classroom for the duration of the school year.

The teacher aide, in conjunction with the classroom teacher, is responsible for fostering the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical development of children engaged in the Catholic elementary school experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church;

a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.

Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey;

strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.

• Support a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self image; adhere to the set high standards for student behavior and manage, as directed by classroom teacher, inappropriate behavior effectively.
• Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• Cooperate with school and diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of information, display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements :

Physical / Mental Requirements :

Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Required Activities : Walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, and carrying

Basic Qualifications :

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
• Excellent communications skills including written and verbal skills
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player
• Have reliable transportation
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of Microsoft Office and related technology;

ability to maintain confidentiality

• The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance

Education and Experience :

• High school diploma or equivalent
6 days ago