Paraprofessional, 2026-27

Diocese of St. Augustine; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of St. Augustine at San Juan del Rio Catholic School seeks a Paraprofessional (Teacher's Aide) to assist the teacher in caring for and instructing students under the principal's supervision.

This non-exempt role requires strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills, with availability for evenings or weekends as needed. Associates' degree or higher preferred and eligibility for required background checks.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal skills; team player and well-organized.
• Available for evening and weekend work as necessary.
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency with word processing and basic computer tech; maintain confidentiality.
• Flexible in assessing needs and adapting in school settings.
• Able to pass criminal history and background check.
• Professional bearing and neat appearance.
• Associates' degree or higher preferred.
• Must complete background checks every five years and PGC workshop prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with student supervision and lessons.
• Assist with supervision of parent helpers and ensure safety compliance.
• Assist with the lunch program and playground supervision.
• Communicate effectively with students and organize learning materials and field trips.
• Support a consistent disciplinary approach to promote self-direction and learning.
• Help maintain a functional, pleasant learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Organized

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Associates' degree or higher preferred

Tools

Word processing

Job description

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.