Instructional Aide at Elementary School
About The Position
St. Matthew Catholic School is hiring a full-time Instructional Aide to support Kindergarten through 5th-grade classrooms for the 2026–2027 school year. The school serves a diverse community of more than 600 students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Teachers and aides work collaboratively to support students’ academic and character development. The school describes its goals through the PEARLS values: strong character, effective communication, active Christianity, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. St. Matthew’s provides classroom aides with access to school resources, a yearlong mentorship program, ongoing professional development, and a shared classroom supply fund for enrichment materials beyond basic supplies. The role is full-time and non-exempt, with a stated salary range of $18.00–$28.00.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Enthusiasm for teamwork, collaboration, and collective efficacy.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Nice To Haves
- Expertise with technology, including various devices, document cameras, Google, and smartboards.
- Higher education is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Assist the classroom teacher throughout the day to promote quality instruction, including copying, organizing, grading, and filing classwork, homework, artwork, and other assignments.
- Assist teachers with recording grades in the gradebook.
- Help maintain orderly attendance, tardy, uniform, and behavior-notice files.
- Help classroom teachers maintain a structured, safe, and clean environment.
- Provide individualized or small-group instruction in grade-level subjects when needed.
- Establish and maintain collegial rapport with participating teachers.
- Participate in required St. Matthew School training and meetings.
- Work collaboratively with administration, other classroom aides, teachers, faculty, and parents or caregivers.
- Fulfill additional school duties, such as traffic and recess duty.
- Perform classroom teaching duties when needed as a substitute teacher.
Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision.
- Commuter and health flexible spending accounts (FSA).
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
