Paraprofessional Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
• If baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; ability to be a self-starter, stay organized, and work as part of a team.
• Availability for evening and weekend work as necessary.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in computer technology, including word processing, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility to assess needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a school environment.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check before employment and every five years.
• Must complete the Protecting God’s Children (PGC) workshop before employment.
• Physical and mental abilities include coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability, and ability to lift as required in a normal classroom environment.
• Required activities include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding.
• Professional bearing and a clean, neat personal appearance.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the school’s Catholic mission and provide instructional assistance consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Model Gospel values and support the school faith community, including participating in and planning religious and service activities.
• Assist the classroom teacher with student supervision, lessons, 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.
• Communicate effectively with students and help organize classroom learning, materials, and field trips to motivate student learning.
• Assist in evaluating student progress.
• Support a consistent disciplinary approach that promotes self-direction, positive self-image, and motivation to learn.
• Help maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• Demonstrate professional responsibility and sound judgment in assigned tasks, dress, and general behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned.