Substitute Teachers Prek 3 thru 8th Grade

Diocese of Dallas Schools•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position 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 Abide by all policies as outlined in the Catholic Schools Office Handbook of Policies and Procedures for Elementary and Secondary Schools Position Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 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 Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent required No experience required Special Requirements: Special hours or days required for the position Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress Required to work in standard classroom and school conditions This position requires a Pre-Employment Declaration. Download the form now to submit with your application. Pre Employment Declaration Physical Requirements Specific to the Job: N/A This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of the position may be changed at the sole discretion of the employer. Employer reserves the right to modify this job description without notice to the employee. This job description is not a contract and does not alter the employee’s at-will employment status.

Requirements

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
High School Diploma or equivalent required
No experience required
Special hours or days required for the position
Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
Required to work in standard classroom and school conditions
This position requires a Pre-Employment Declaration. Download the form now to submit with your application.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

Assists the classroom teacher in planning, guiding, and evaluating the learning process of the students
Helps the teacher prepare instructional materials
Assists with students
Supports learning activities that have been defined by the teacher
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
Abide by all policies as outlined in the Catholic Schools Office Handbook of Policies and Procedures for Elementary and Secondary Schools