Teacher Aide - Hourly

4000 Archdiocese Of Seattle Payroll Svc; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two medical plan options

Dental

Vision

Life

AD&D

Long-term disability

Pension

403(b)

HSA

FSA

Sick leave

Vacation

Holidays

Job summary

Kindergarten Aide position at 1147 St. Patrick School, Tacoma, WA 98403, offers full-time hours in a Catholic education setting.

The role supports the teacher with lesson prep, small-group instruction, supervision, and faith-based activities, fostering a Christ-centered learning environment. Responsibilities include classroom management, social-emotional development, and collaboration with teachers, staff, and parents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or coursework in education preferred.
• Experience working with young children in educational or childcare settings.
• Commitment to Catholic education and willingness to support the school’s faith-based mission.
• Patience, kindness, and enthusiasm for working with young learners.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to follow the teachers’ instructions.
• Compliance with diocesan/school policies, including background checks and Safe Environment Training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with lesson preparation, instructional activities, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Work with small groups or individual students to reinforce lessons and provide additional guidance.
• Help implement classroom management strategies to maintain a respectful and engaged learning environment.
• Support students in developing social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Supervise students in the classroom, hallways, playground, lunchroom, and during arrival/dismissal.
• Assist with bathroom breaks, handwashing, and other self-care routines as needed.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Recess Duty and other duties as assigned by Kindergarten Teachers or Principal/Vice Principal

Skills

Patience

Communication

Organizational skills

Follow instructions

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or education coursework preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 1147 St. Patrick School, Tacoma - Tacoma, WA 98403Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 HourlyKindergarten Aide:

Core Functions or Duties

Classroom Support

• Assist the teacher with lesson preparation, instructional activities, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Work with small groups or individual students to reinforce lessons and provide additional guidance.
• Help implement classroom management strategies to maintain a respectful and engaged learning environment.
• Support students in developing social, emotional, and academic skills.

Student Supervision and Care

• Supervise students in the classroom, hallways, playground, lunchroom, and during arrival/dismissal.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times.
• Assist with bathroom breaks, handwashing, and other self-care routines as needed.

Faith Formation and Catholic Identity

• Foster a Christ-centered environment by modeling Catholic values and virtues.
• Encourage students in daily prayer, religious instruction, and faith-based activities.
• Support the school’s mission and participate in religious celebrations, liturgies, and service projects.

Classroom Organization and Maintenance

• Assist in setting up and cleaning classroom materials and learning centers.
• Help organize and maintain educational resources, supplies, and student work.
• Prepare materials for lessons, projects, and activities as directed by the teacher.

Communication and Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with the teachers, staff, and parents to support student learning.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and colleagues.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned by the Kindergarten Teachers or Principal/Vice Principal
• Recess Duty

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree or coursework in Education preferred).
• Experience working with young children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Commitment to Catholic education and willingness to support the school’s faith-based mission.
• Patience, kindness, and enthusiasm for working with young learners.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to follow the teachers’ instructions and adapt to the needs of the classroom.
• Compliance with diocesan/school policies, including background checks and Safe Environment Training.

Relationships

Reporting

• Reports to the Kindergarten Teachers, Principal, and Vice Principal

Working

• Works with students, parents, faculty & staff.

Salary Range

$18/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.

This position is 35 hours/week and benefit-eligible.

Those with direct Catholic education experience will be prioritized.

Benefits

• two medical plan options
• dental
• vision
• life
• accidental death and disability
• long-term disability
• pension
• 403(b)
• HSA
• FSA
• generous sick leave
• paid vacation
• holidays

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.