Part Time Teacher's Aide - St. Ann School - Vic. III

St. Ann School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Ann School in Chicago seeks a caring, patient Part-Time Elementary School Aide to provide academic and behavioral support. The aide will serve as a floating support staff member across multiple classrooms, assisting teachers and helping students engage in instruction.

Responsibilities include one-on-one and small-group support, maintaining confidentiality, and collaborating with teachers to implement instructional strategies. Hours are 8:00am-12:00pm, Monday-Friday during the school year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with elementary-aged children in education or childcare settings.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to work with students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group academic support under teachers and staff.
• Reinforce instruction and accommodations from student support plans.
• Support classroom routines, transitions, and behavior management.
• Communicate progress with teachers and participate in meetings.

Skills

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Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or coursework in education

Job description

Part Time Teacher's Aide - St. Ann School - Vic. III

Job Category: Default ARCH

Requisition Number: TEACH003948

• Posted : August 5, 2026
• Part-Time

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The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150 elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the largest private school systems in the United States. Its schools have received 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education over the past 10 years.

St. Ann School seeks a caring, patient, and dependable Part-Time Elementary School Aide to provide academic and behavioral support to elementary students. The aide will serve as a "floating" support staff member, working across multiple elementary classrooms to assist teachers and help students successfully engage in classroom instruction. The aide will provide one-on-one and small-group support, helping students initiate and complete academic tasks, maintain focus, and respond appropriately to classroom expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Student Support

• Provide one-on-one and small-group academic support to students under the direction of classroom teachers and support staff.
• Assist students in initiating, organizing, and completing assigned academic tasks.
• Reinforce teacher-led instruction and accommodations outlined in student support plans.
• Monitor student progress during classroom activities and provide encouragement and redirection as needed.
• Support students in maintaining attention, engagement, and participation in classroom learning.

Behavioral Support

• Respond to minor behavioral concerns using positive reinforcement and redirection strategies.
• Help students develop self-regulation, organization, and classroom readiness skills.
• Encourage appropriate social interactions and positive classroom behaviors.
• Assist students in transitioning between activities and classroom routines.

Classroom Support

• Float between elementary classrooms based on daily needs and schedules.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement instructional and behavioral support strategies.
• Assist with classroom preparation, organization of materials, and learning activities as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and educational records.

Communication and Collaboration

• Communicate regularly with teachers regarding student progress and concerns.
• Participate in meetings or training sessions as requested by administration.
• Follow school policies, procedures, and expectations for student supervision and safety.

Qualifications
Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with elementary-aged children in an educational, childcare, or related setting.
• Ability to work effectively with students who have diverse learning and behavioral needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Preferred

• Associate's degree or coursework in education, child development, special education, or a related field.
• Experience supporting students with IEPs, learning differences, or mild behavioral challenges.
• Knowledge of positive behavior support strategies and classroom management techniques.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Patience, flexibility, and a student-centered approach.
• Ability to follow teacher direction and work independently when needed.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, teachers, and families.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move between classrooms throughout the school day.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist students as needed.
• Ability to supervise students in classroom and school settings.

Work Schedule
This is a part-time position during the school year. The school year begins on Thursday, August 20th, 2026, and ends on Thursday, June 3rd, 2027. Hours for this position are from 8:00am-12:00pm Monday-Friday when school is in session. The exact schedule will be determined based on student and classroom support needs.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here

This position has an hourly range of $16.00 - $17.50. An employee’s pay within the range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

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