Teacher Assistant for 2nd Grade

Young World Physical Education; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Mesa, Arizona, is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support the goals of Catholic education. Ideal candidates should be practicing Catholics with a high school diploma and experience in educational environments. The role includes managing classroom activities while ensuring the safety and well-being of students.

This part-time position offers an opportunity to foster a positive Catholic community and engage in the faith development of students in alignment with gospel values.

Qualifications

• Must be a practicing Catholic.
• Completion of FBI Fingerprint clearance.
• High School or Trade School degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in managing classes.
• Promote a positive Catholic learning environment.
• Supervise and ensure student safety.

Skills

Self-discipline

Good judgment

Verbal and written language skills

Appropriate sense of humor

Grooming and dress standards

Education

High school diploma

Safe Environment Training

Job description

Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools Queen of Peace Catholic School - Mesa, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Under the supervision of the principal, the teacher assistant is a person of faith who strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education; under the direction of the teacher, assumes responsibility for management of the grades or classes assigned; assists the teacher by keeping detailed and accurate records as required by the school; establishes positive school-community relationships; performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.

Essential Job Functions

Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education:

• Embraces and models the Catholic philosophy of education.
• Promotes and lives gospel values and Catholic moral teaching.
• Upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Provides opportunities for faith development of students in the classroom to prepare them for life in today’s Church and society.
• Can articulate and give evidence of Catholic living by the example of their lives.

Assists with the management of the classes assigned:

• Provides a positive learning environment.
• Supervises and provides for the safety, welfare, and care of the students while they are in school.
• Works toward the creation of a Catholic community within the classroom and the entire school community.
• Shows respect for individuals and fairness in dealing with students and parents.

Establishes positive school-community relationships:

• Maintains cooperative relations with all in the school community.
• Promotes respectful and positive school relationships.
• Maintains awareness of his/her role in the Catholic school and its impact on it.
• Performs any other job‑related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the teacher.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Must demonstrate personal self‑discipline, be adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations.
• Must use good judgment in daily encounters.
• Must use verbal and written language correctly.
• Must demonstrate an appropriate sense of humor.
• Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress at all times as stated in the faculty handbook.

Minimum Qualification

• Practicing Catholic High school graduate.
• Received Safe Environment Training and signed the Code of Conduct.
• FBI Fingerprint clearance completed.

Position Type: Part‑Time

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 01, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Job ID: 5754254