Kindergarten Teaching Associate - All Saints Elementary School

Francis Xavier Catholic School System, Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life & LTD insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Xavier Catholic Schools seeks a Kindergarten Teaching Associate for All Saints Elementary School in Cedar Rapids. This full-time role supports the classroom teacher in delivering instruction, behavior support, and social-emotional guidance to students in a kindergarten setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least one year of related experience; practicing Catholics are preferred. Training and collaboration with staff ensure a safe, faith-centered learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of related experience.
• Practicing Catholic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster the Christian uniqueness of the learning community.
• Support the learning center environment.
• Communicate effectively with classroom teacher(s) and administration.
• Maintain a safe and healthy nurturing environment for children.
• Attend staff meetings, school programs, and in-service trainings as requested.
• Uphold, support, and promote school policies and confidentiality.

Skills

Catholic faith advocate

Self-motivated

Well-organized

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Practicing Catholic preferred

Job description

Kindergarten Teaching Associate - All Saints Elementary School

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Xavier Catholic Schools is looking for Teaching Associate/Paraprofessional for All Saints Elementary Schooll! This is a full time position, working as an associate in a kindergarten classroom.

Position Summary: A Teacher’s Associate supports classroom teachers and school staff in providing instructional, behavioral, and social-emotional assistance to students. Working under the direction of a licensed teacher or administrator, the associate helps create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that promotes student success.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities

• Foster the Christian uniqueness of the learning community
• Maintain required trainings as required by the State of Iowa, Archdiocese, and local site
• Support the learning center environment
• Communicate effectively with classroom teacher(s) and administration
• Help with appropriate daily activities for children
• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy nurturing environment for children
• Keep the learning environment clean and orderly by picking up learning materials, wiping tables and chairs, etc.
• Attend staff meetings, school programs, and in-service trainings as requested
• Maintain confidentiality with work-related matters
• Promote positive public relations through interactions with the community
• Work collaboratively with other members of the school
• Uphold, support, and promote all school policies and procedures
• Accept and provide effective supervision, assignments, change and correction
• These duties are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Practicing Catholic preferred

Skills and Competencies

• Enthusiastic supporter of Catholic faith and schools
• Self-motivated
• Well-organized with leadership abilities
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
• Professional oral and written communication skills
• Flexible, adaptive, and cooperative

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, reach, sit, hear, handle and perform repetitive motions of the hands/wrists. Lifts and moves items up to 20 pounds.

Work is performed in a school and outdoor setting. Employees may be required to attend an occasional evening meeting and do extensive close computer work.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• A Faith-Filled Environment: Experience a workplace where you can openly share and grow in your faith with both students and colleagues. Be part of a community that supports and inspires one another in both professional and spiritual growth.
• Attractive Salary Package: We offer a competitive salary that rewards your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Stay healthy with our full health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous Paid Time Off: We believe in work-life balance, offering ample paid time off to recharge and take care of what matters most to you.
• Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance: Your well-being is our priority—receive peace of mind with our life and LTD insurance options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan, complete with company matching to help you save for tomorrow.

Job Details

Job ID: 5943548

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Jamie Larson , Director of Teaching and Learning
• Xavier Catholic Schools
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]