2026-27 Part-Time 1st Grade Instructional Aide

Diocese of Dallas Schools•Dallas, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School is seeking a part-time instructional aide for the 2026-27 school year to work with first graders. The ideal candidate has experience working with children, thinks being around them is a joyful endeavor, and enjoys being a positive member of a faith-filled team committed to serving others. The primary responsibility of the instructional aide is to enhance student learning. Aides assist students in the learning process by checking for understanding, partnering with students who learn at a slower pace or who need additional assistance, or doing anything else, at the teacher's discretion, that assists with or improves learning. Candidates must work and play well with others and must be willing to have Safe Environment clearance, including fingerprinting. The school term includes 190 work days and part-time hours (4.0 hours per day) to be determined by the Principal. General Summary of the Position: The educational support aide fulfills the mission of the school by assisting the classroom teacher in planning, guiding, and evaluating the learning process of the students in the Catholic school for whom the teacher is responsible within the framework of the school’s philosophy, organization, and curriculum. The classroom assistant helps the teacher prepare instructional materials, assists with students, and supports learning activities that have been defined by the teacher. The position is hired and evaluated by the principal.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
No experience required
Willing to have Safe Environment clearance, including fingerprinting
Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
Able to work well with others in the school community
Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
Skill in job appropriate technology
Skill in critical thinking and planning

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children

Responsibilities

Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
Communicates effectively with students, parents, and other professionals
Monitors and assists individual students in small instructional groups to support learning activities
Supervises students at lunch, recess, and in routine movement
Performs clerical tasks, prepares instructional materials and bulletin boards as indicated by the classroom teacher
Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration
Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy
Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning
Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs
Ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues in an instructional setting
Ability to follow directions and handle multiple tasks
Possesses proficient technology skills
Other duties as assigned