Paraprofessional, 2026-27

Dosafl; Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of St. Augustine seeks a Paraprofessional (Teacher's Aide) at San Juan del Rio Catholic School in St. Johns, FL. The role supports the teacher, assists with classroom instruction, and helps supervise students in a faith-based school environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, be able to multitask, and be available for after-hours activities as needed; background checks and PGC training are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal skills; organized; team player.
• Willing to work evenings/weekends.
• Multitask effectively in a school setting.
• Proficient with word processing and basic computer skills.
• Associates degree or higher preferred.
• Must pass criminal background check and complete PGC training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with classroom instruction and supervise students.
• Support with lessons, field trip planning, and related supervision.
• Assist with lunch program and playground supervision as needed.
• Help organize classroom materials and field trips to motivate learning.
• Maintain a positive, disciplined learning environment consistent with Catholic values.
• Communicate effectively with students and participate in faith activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills / team player

Self-started / organized

Multitask in a school setting

Proficiency with word processing

Flexibility / adaptability

Availability for evenings and weekends

Background check compliance

Confidentiality

Education

Associates degree or higher preferred

Tools

MS Word

Job description

You may be uniquely called to mission-focused work to glorify the Lord by your life.You have talents to offer the Church, where you are loved simply for being you.What better way to glorify God than to use those gifts in supporting His Church?We are ministers, educators, creators, and servant leaders. It takes many types of people to accomplish our workthrough community, discipleship, excellence, hope, and service.

These are the open positions at prospective employers in the Diocese of St. Augustine. Each of these locations is responsible for the recruitment and selection (hiring) of its employees. This includes parishes, schools, the Chancery offices, and many other entities.

Location: San Juan del Rio Catholic School

St. Johns, FL

Job Id: 3514

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: Paraprofessional (Teacher's Aide)

Exemption Status: Non- Exempt

Location: San Juan del Rio Catholic School

Primary Function: Under the direction of the school principal and supervision of a teacher, is responsible for assisting the teacher in the care and instruction of children in a classroom setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and providing instruction assistance consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; an instructional aide may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
• Shall abide by Catholic principles in the individual’s professional and private life, and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
• 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.
• Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
• 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 motivate learning
• Help to maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in all tasks assigned; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical/Mental Requirements: Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal classroom environment

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

Basic Qualifications

• 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 communication 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 maintain confidentiality at all times
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a school environment
• The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance
• Associates' degree or higher preferred
• Must successfully pass the required criminal background check prior to employment and every five years; must complete Protecting God’s Children (PGC) workshop prior to employment. For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .