Paraprofessional, FT

Catholic Charities Jacksonville; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmer Catholic Academy is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist teachers and support student learning in a faith-based environment. You will help with lessons, supervise students, coordinate field trips, and assist lunch/playground duties while upholding Catholic teachings.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. A background check is required and evenings/weekends flexibility is preferred.

Qualifications

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lessons and field trip planning and related supervision.
• Assist with supervision of lunch program and playground supervision as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with students and help organize classroom learning and materials and field trips to motivate student learning.
• Assist in evaluating student progress and support consistent disciplinary approach.
• Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment; demonstrate professional responsibility in all tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Multitasking

Organized

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Word processing

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Title: Paraprofessional (Teacher's Aide) Exemption Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Location: Palmer Catholic Academy

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

• 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, 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. For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred.