Pre-Kindergarten/School Aide

Southwest Christian School; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Christian School in Fort Worth is seeking a dedicated PreK/School Aide to support daily operations and supervise students during lunch, before- and after-school care. The ideal candidate is dependable, patient, and comfortable working with elementary-aged children in a faith-based environment.

The role requires being at least 18, possessing a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to collaborate with staff, parents, and administration.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• 2–3 years of care for school-age students preferred.
• Be a self-starter and perform duties with little supervision; dependable and patient.

Responsibilities

• Inspire learning and build positive relationships with students.
• Support classroom lessons through one-on-one and small-group help.
• Monitor children in various settings to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.
• Assist with setup/cleanup of lunch and activity areas; keep spaces neat and orderly.
• Foster a positive environment encouraging cooperation, kindness, and respect.
• Support structured activities such as games, homework, crafts, or quiet reading.
• Oversee sign-in/sign-out procedures during arrivals/departures.
• Notify teachers or Care Services Manager of any behavioral concerns.
• Respond to accidents or emergencies following safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, and parents.
• Uphold confidentiality and school policies.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Patience

Safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Southwest Christian School is seeking qualified applicants with experience in providing quality care to our students for the 2026-2027 school year.

The full-time schedule is Monday-Friday during the school year, from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

Position Summary

The PreK/School Aide supports the daily operations of the elementary school by providing a safe, nurturing, and well-supervised environment for students during lunch periods and before- and after-school care. This role is essential in promoting positive student behavior, fostering social development, and ensuring the well-being of children outside the classroom setting. School Aides actively monitor students, facilitate structured and unstructured activities, and assist with transitions throughout the day. They model respectful and caring interactions while upholding school policies and procedures. The ideal candidate is dependable, attentive, and enjoys working with elementary-aged children in a collaborative school community. All employees are expected to demonstrate patience, humility, integrity, and kindness while performing the day-to-day duties of the role and to prayerfully work with administration, faculty, students, and families to develop and maintain a school which is distinctively Christian, academically excellent, and globally minded.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the ability to inspire learning and cultivate positive relationships with students
• Supports and reinforces the lessons and objectives in the classroom, through one-on-one and small-group support
• Monitors children in a variety of settings to ensure their safety (e.g., classroom, lunch room, playground, after-school care) and appropriate behavior
• Assists with the setup and cleanup of lunch and activity areas; ensure spaces used are kept neat and orderly
• Fosters a positive and inclusive environment that encourages cooperation, kindness, and respect
• Supports structured activities such as games, homework time, crafts, or quiet reading
• Monitors student arrivals and departures, ensuring proper sign-in and sign-out procedures
• Addresses minor behavioral issues using positive behavior management techniques and refer concerns to the Teacher or Care Services Manager when necessary
• Responds appropriately to accidents or emergencies following school safety protocols
• Communicates effectively with teachers, administrators, and parents as needed
• Upholds confidentiality and adhere to all school policies and procedures

Requirements

Educational & Experience Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have valid driver's license and consistent, reliable transportation
• 2-3 years of providing care for school-age students preferred
• Be a self-starter and perform duties of the position with little supervision; dependable and patient

Personal & Spiritual Characteristics

• Is deeply committed to a consistent daily walk with our Savior, Jesus Christ, through prayer, devotional study, and church membership
• Demonstrates the spiritual maturity, academic ability, and personal leadership qualities to “train up a child in the way he should go” (Proverbs 22:6)
• Recognizes the role of the parents as primarily responsible before God for their children’s education and commits to be a partner in that endeavor
• Possesses the ability to work gracefully with parents, students, and other school staff to develop a unified and successful educational program
• Cooperates with administrators, department chairpersons, and other school leadership to implement policies and procedures as they pertain to the daily operation of the School
• Follow Matthew 18 principle in dealing with conflict with parents, staff, and administration
• Demonstrates the ability to accept and carry out responsibilities and make competent, professional decisions

Eagerly participates in professional development activities and the evaluation process with a desire to grow professionally, spiritually, and personally throughout the career in education

Maintains a professional personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, good taste, and is in accordance with school policy

Work Environment

The work environment at Southwest Christian School is consistent with a typical school setting. This is an active role where the employee works both indoors and outdoors in occasionally unpredictable temperatures to monitor playground activities, attend programs and field trips, or move between buildings. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate but may become loud occasionally. The employee is frequently required to interact with others within the school community, including parents and other caregivers. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required as an active participant in the mission of Southwest Christian School. Additional duties are regularly performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.