Teacher Preschool Aide

Archden; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,108; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in the State of Colorado's FAMLI program

Job summary

Archden in Longmont, Colorado is hiring a Catholic preschool aide to support the lead teacher fostering a nurturing, faith-based environment. Responsibilities include assisting in classroom management and daily activities, integrating spiritual values, ensuring student safety, and supporting student learning.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and a commitment to the Catholic faith. The position offers a salary range of $17.00 - $17.50 per hour for 12 to 25 hours per week, without health benefits.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the Catholic faith, with a willingness to model it for students.
• Compliance with diocesan Safe Environment requirements (e.g., background check, training).
• Capable of some lifting and engaging in active classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in fostering a nurturing and faith-based environment.
• Assist in classroom management and daily activities.
• Witness Gospel values and encourage spiritual growth.
• Ensure safety in the classroom and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

High school diploma

Early childhood education experience or credits

Job description

Description

A Catholic preschool aide supports the lead teacher by fostering a nurturing, faith-based environment for young children, helping with classroom management, daily activities (art, play), and hygiene. They model Catholic values, supervise students, and assist with many daily tasks while upholding the school's mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Faith & Ministry: Witness Gospel values, encourage spiritual growth, and integrate Catholic teachings into daily routines.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional demeanor, adhere to diocesan policies, and maintain confidentiality.
• Assist the classroom teacher in the supervision of the students in every setting during the school day.
• Actively support student learning and assist students when and where needed.
• Assist, monitor, and guide students, participate in activities, and complete tasks in every setting during the school day.
• Assist in implementing behavior management strategies.
• Work in small groups or individual students as directed by the teacher.
• Assist the classroom teacher with any preparation of classroom materials/lesson plans as needed.
• Attend additional events if necessary (scheduled training, staff meetings, open house, etc.)
• Must have the ability to interact with students on the floor and at children table level for extended periods of time.
• Oversee safety in the classroom and ensure a clean environment.
• Regular, reliable attendance is required.
• Work is performed primarily in a classroom setting. Employees are required to move throughout the classroom to monitor student performance and behavior. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, reach and sit.
• Salary range is $17.00 - $17.50 depending on experience.
• Hours per week would range from 12 to 25.
• This position does not qualify for health benefits or paid time off, but can participate in the State of Colorado's FAMLI (Family and Medical Leave Insurance) program depending on the number of hours worked and the State's HFWA (Health Families and Workplace Act).

Qualifications

• Faith Alignment: Commitment to the Catholic faith, with a willingness to model it for students.
• Education: A high school diploma is required. Some early childhood education (ECE) experience or credits through Colorado Shines is preferred, but not required.
• Certifications: Compliance with diocesan Safe Environment requirements (e.g., background check, Safe Parish training).
• Physical Ability: Capable of some lifting, sitting on the floor, and engaging in active, noisy classrooms.
• Skills: Strong communication, patience, and ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be 18 years of age and work directly under the direction of the director.