Teacher's Aide, PreK (NE)(2026-2027)-St. John the Evangelist Catholic School, Hydes MD

Archdiocese of Baltimore

4h • Onsite

About The Position

A Preschool Teacher’s Aide supports the lead teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. The aide assists with classroom activities, supervises children, and helps promote social, emotional, and educational development while reinforcing faith-based principles.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions and take initiative
• Basic organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy classroom environment
• Willingness to support the mission of the Catholic faith and the Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools
• CPR and First Aid certification (may be required or obtained after hire)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Catholic School setting
• Coursework in early childhood education
• Previous experience working with young children

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and classroom activities
• Supervise children during playtime, meals, nap time, and outdoor activities
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment
• Support children’s social and emotional development through positive guidance and Catholic values
• Prepare and set up learning materials, crafts, and activities
• Help children with basic needs
• Monitor children’s behavior and report concerns to the lead teacher
• Assist with record-keeping and documentation as needed
• Communicate respectfully with children, staff, and parents
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Model and encourage Catholic values such as kindness, respect, compassion, and gratitude
• Assist in simple prayers, religious activities, and age-appropriate faith formation
• Help foster a classroom environment rooted in Christian love and moral development

Benefits

• Health coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes)
• Generous paid holiday, sick and personal leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees