Catholic School Learning Aide & Faith-Driven Mentor

Diocese of Tucson; Nogales (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Catholic School in Nogales, Arizona, seeks a Teacher's Aide to support classroom teachers and supervise students in a Catholic School setting. The role emphasizes faith-based guidance, behavioral modeling, and assistance with academics and field trips.

The position requires living Gospel values, collaboration with staff, and a willingness to participate in school religious activities, while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
• Excellent communications skills, written and verbal.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing; ability to always maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a school environment.
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.
• Complete a criminal history and background check.
• Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Education: High School Graduate or GED

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with student supervision including assisting with lessons and field trip planning and related supervision.
• Assist with supervision of parent helpers and compliance with safe environment and other school requirements.
• Assist with the school lunch program and playground supervision as necessary.
• Be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to help organize classroom learning and materials and field trips to motivate student learning.
• Consistently and effectively assist in the evaluation of student progress.
• Assist the teacher with a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image and motivates learning.
• Help maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communications skills

Self-starter and organized

Team player

Evening/weekend availability

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Job description

Sacred Heart Catholic School in Nogales, Arizona, seeks a Teacher's Aide to support classroom teachers and supervise students in a Catholic School setting. The role emphasizes faith-based guidance, behavioral modeling, and assistance with academics and field trips.

The position requires living Gospel values, collaboration with staff, and a willingness to participate in school religious activities, while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.