Pre-K Instructional Aide - St. Michael Parish School, Olympia

Archdiocese of Seattle Catholic Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated instructional aide to join their Pre-Kindergarten team. This full-time role involves collaborating with teachers to nurture both the academic and spiritual growth of young learners. The ideal candidate will be an active Catholic, flexible, and creative, with a strong commitment to integrating faith into education. Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities, preparing materials, and ensuring a positive learning environment for all students. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children.

Benefits

Medical plan options

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Pension plan

403(b) plan

Generous sick leave

Vacation time

Holidays

Qualifications

• Active Catholic with MERIT certification and current STARS training.
• Flexible and creative with a strong commitment to education.

Responsibilities

• Assist and collaborate with Pre-K staff and prepare materials.
• Lead small groups and work with diverse student needs.
• Maintain a clean classroom and foster positive parent communication.

Skills

Flexibility

Creativity

Experience with children

Collaboration

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

STARS Training

First Aid and CPR Training

Child Care Basics Course

Job description

Position Type:
- Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood/ Aide

Date Posted:
12/19/2024

Location:
St. Michael, Olympia

St. Michael Parish School in Olympia is seeking a full-time instructional aide to join our Pre-Kindergarten team. The instructional aide will work together with the classroom teacher and as a member of the Pre-K Team. The ideal candidate will be an active Catholic who is MERIT certified and current with STARS training.

Applicants should be flexible, creative, and experienced in working with children, with a strong commitment to integrating faith into education. Candidates should be interested in working as part of a faith-centered educational team and adept at managing the various roles and responsibilities inherent in a teaching position. A dedication to nurturing both the academic and spiritual development of each child is essential.

Minimum requirements for being hired are: a successful Background Check, negative TB test, age 18 or older, MMR verification, and possessing at least a high school diploma.

Additional employment requirements (which can be completed after hiring) include: completion of the Child Care Basics course, current first aid and CPR training, blood borne pathogens training, food handlers certification, current STARS training, and archdiocesan Safe Environment training.

Duties include (but aren’t limited to):

• Assisting and working collaboratively with other PreK staff
• Preparing materials, projects, assignments
• Leading small groups
• Working with students who have a diverse set of needs and learning styles
• Helping to maintain a clean and orderly classroom environment
• Assisting the teacher with the children and daily routines
• Supervising students in various locations (recess, specialists, etc)
• Close out the school day and prepare the classroom for the morning
• Fostering positive parent communication as necessary
• Promoting healthy peer interactions between children of all abilities
• Maintaining confidentiality at all times

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following characteristics:

• Ability to foster social and academic growth among children
• Genuine care and concern for students
• Enthusiasm for learning
• Ability to collaborate with their partner teacher, other staff members, and parents
• Dependable work ethic and reliability
• Shows initiative and is self-driven

Salary: The pay range for this position is from $18-$25/hour. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

Benefits: A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays. For teachers in the first 5 years of their careers, we offer the opportunity to apply for affordable, innovative housing options, based on availability.

**Interested candidates should complete an online application with the Office for Catholic Schools on Applitrack and email a resume and cover letter to Nicole Womac, Early Childhood Director ([e-mail]). We will continue to accept applications until the right candidate is selected.