Preschool Teacher Aide for the 2025 - 2026 School Year

Catholic; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated preschool aide to support the lead teacher in creating a nurturing environment for young learners. This role involves supervising children, assisting with meal preparations, and implementing engaging curriculum activities. The ideal candidate will possess excellent people skills and a professional demeanor, with a commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive atmosphere. Join a team that values diversity and is dedicated to the growth and development of every child, while also providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent with ECE units.
• Current pediatric CPR/first aid certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising children and implementing curriculum.
• Ensure a safe and caring learning environment.

Skills

People Skills

Professional Demeanor

Knowledge of Roman Catholic Church Practices

Willingness to Learn

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

6 ECE Units

Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certificate

Background Clearance by Livescan

Negative TB Test

Job description

Description

School Name: St. Martin of Tours Academy

Location: 7708 El Cajon Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942

Reports to: Preschool Director

Employment Type: Part-time 25 hours per week (M-F 8 am-1 pm) or Full-time 40 hours per week (M-F 7:15 am-3:45 pm)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $17.00 - 21.00 per hour commensurate with experience

Position Summary

The aide will work with the lead teacher supervising a classroom of preschool children. The preschool teacher aide is responsible for assisting the preschool lead teacher and other staff in implementing program curriculum, preparation of classroom, and outdoor activities

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Aide will assist in supervision of children and participate in general classroom
• Assists in snack and meal preparation
• Assists in implementing curriculum
• Oversees outdoor activities ensuring a safe environment for the children at all times
• Ensures a caring and safe learning environment for all staff and children
• Assure compliance with applicable state and county codes and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Friendly with excellent people skills
• Professional demeanor
• Thorough knowledge and familiarity with the organizational structure and practices of the Roman Catholic Church
• Willingness to learn the Workshop Way philosophy of teaching

Education and Experience

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent + 6 ECE Units (possibility of completing over the summer)
• Current pediatric CPR/ first aid certificate
• Background clearance by Livescan
• Negative TB test must be completed prior to employment

Physical Requirements

To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the teacher must:

• Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating
• Sit on an occasional basis
• Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
• Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
• Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
• Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be inside the classroom. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

St. Martin of Tours Academy, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.