Paraprofessional

Diocese of St. AugustineJacksonville, FL
12dOnsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the school principal and supervision of a teacher, is responsible for assisting the teacher in the care and instruction of children in a classroom setting.

Requirements

  • A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
  • If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
  • Excellent communications skills, written and verbal.
  • Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player
  • Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary
  • Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing; ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
  • Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a school environment
  • The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check.
  • Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance
  • Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal classroom environment
  • Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; carrying; and keyboarding

Responsibilities

  • Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and providing instruction assistance consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; an instructional aide may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
  • Shall abide by Catholic principles in the individual’s professional and private life, and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
  • Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
  • Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
  • Assist the classroom teacher with student supervision including assisting with lessons and field trip planning and related supervision
  • Assist with supervision of parent helpers and compliance with safe environment and other school requirements.
  • Assist with the school lunch program and playground supervision as necessary
  • Be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to help organize classroom learning and materials and field trips to motivate student learning.
  • Consistently and effectively assist in the evaluation of student progress.
  • Assist the teacher with a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image, and motivate learning
  • Help to maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment
  • At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in all tasks assigned; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior
  • Perform other duties as assigned
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