Teacher Aide - Hourly

4000 ARCHDIOCESE OF SEATTLE PAYROLL SVC; Olympia (WA); Presencial; USD 25 000 - 33 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pension (retirement plan)

403(b) plan

HSA

FSA

Sick leave

Vacation

Holidays

Resumo da oferta

Saint Michael Parish School in Olympia, WA is seeking a Kindergarten Para-Professional to support three-classroom program for the 2026–2027 school year. You will collaborate with three Kindergarten teachers, assist with lessons, centers, and routines, and help with supervision, transitions, and student well-being.

The role emphasizes patience, reliability, and a Catholic-identity-aligned approach, with daily prayer and school activities.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with young children preferred.
• Experience with Kindergarten or early elementary students preferred.
• Basic understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple teachers and adapt to changing needs throughout the school day.
• Ability to follow teacher direction while demonstrating initiative and good judgment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with the three Kindergarten teachers to provide consistent support across the Kindergarten program.
• Assist teachers in implementing lessons, instructional activities, learning centers, and classroom routines.
• Provide one-on-one and small-group instructional support under the direction of the Kindergarten teachers.
• Support differentiated instruction and accommodations to meet a variety of student learning needs.
• Work flexibly among the three Kindergarten classrooms based on instructional needs and daily schedule.
• Reinforce classroom expectations, routines, and positive behavior strategies.
• Help students develop independence, responsibility, self-regulation, and positive relationships with peers.
• Prepare instructional materials and organize classroom resources as needed.
• Assist with classroom projects, centers, hands-on learning experiences, and special activities.
• Provide consistent, active supervision during student recess periods and during transitions and other activities.

Conhecimentos

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Dependability

Compassion

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Details: Job Location: 1104 St. Michael School, Olympia - Olympia, WA 98501, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00 Hourly, Saint Michael Parish School is seeking a caring, dependable, and collaborative Para-Professional to support our three-classroom Kindergarten program for the 2026–2027 school year.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the three Kindergarten teachers to provide consistent support across the Kindergarten program.
• Assist teachers in implementing lessons, instructional activities, learning centers, and classroom routines.
• Provide one-on-one and small-group instructional support under the direction of the Kindergarten teachers.
• Support differentiated instruction and accommodations to meet a variety of student learning needs.
• Work flexibly among the three Kindergarten classrooms based on instructional needs, student needs, and the daily schedule.
• Reinforce classroom expectations, routines, and positive behavior strategies.
• Help students develop independence, responsibility, self-regulation, and positive relationships with peers.
• Prepare instructional materials and organize classroom resources as needed.
• Assist with classroom projects, centers, hands‑on learning experiences, and special activities.
• Provide consistent, active supervision during student recess periods. Recess is considered an essential part of student learning, development, and well‑being and provides important opportunities for physical activity, self‑regulation, social development, problem‑solving, and positive peer interaction.
• Actively engage in recess supervision by maintaining appropriate visibility, monitoring student safety and behavior, supporting positive interactions, helping students navigate peer conflicts when appropriate, and reinforcing school expectations.
• Provide supervision and support during transitions, specialist classes, lunch, and other school activities as assigned.
• Assist students with age‑appropriate personal and practical needs when necessary.
• Help maintain organized, welcoming, clean, and safe learning environments.
• Observe student needs and communicate relevant information to the appropriate classroom teacher.
• Support a Kindergarten culture in which every student is known, valued, and treated with dignity, compassion, and respect.
• Support and model the Catholic identity, mission, and values of Saint Michael Parish School.
• Participate with students in daily prayer, school Masses, religious activities, service opportunities, and liturgical celebrations.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with teachers, staff, students, and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Kindergarten program and school community.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 3:30pm, in accordance with the Saint Michael Parish School calendar.

About Saint Michael Parish School

Saint Michael Parish School is a PreK–8 Catholic school and ministry of Saint Michael Parish in Olympia, Washington. Our faculty and staff are committed to educating the whole child and creating a Catholic community in which students are known, loved, challenged, and supported as they grow as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Our Mission

Saint Michael Parish School exists to provide a Catholic education committed to the mission of Saint Michael Parish, excellence in teaching and learning, and the continual spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and aesthetic growth of all.

Our Philosophy

• Create a Catholic community of disciples who are committed to growing, worshiping, serving, giving, connecting, and sharing.
• Provide excellence in a student-centered academic program that supports parents as primary educators and teachers as facilitators of learning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with young children, preferably in a school or educational setting.
• Experience working with Kindergarten or early elementary students preferred.
• Basic understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple teachers and adapt to changing needs throughout the school day.
• Ability to follow teacher direction while also demonstrating initiative and good judgment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Patience, flexibility, dependability, compassion, and a positive approach to working with students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Understanding of and respect for the teachings, mission, and values of the Catholic Church and Catholic education.
• Practicing Catholic preferred but not required.

Physical and Professional Expectations

The Kindergarten Para-Professional must be able to actively participate in the daily life of a Kindergarten program. This includes standing and walking for extended periods, sitting on the floor or at student-level tables, moving regularly between classrooms, assisting with classroom materials and equipment, and responding promptly to student needs.

Outdoor recess supervision is an essential function of this position. The Para-Professional must be able to actively supervise students outdoors in a variety of typical weather conditions and move throughout designated play areas to maintain appropriate supervision and respond to student needs.

All employees of Saint Michael Parish School are expected to comply with Archdiocese of Seattle Safe Environment requirements and all applicable school and Archdiocesan policies.

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits

Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.