Aide - PSR

The PSR Aide supports the Parish School of Religion (PSR) program by assisting teachers and program leadership in providing a welcoming, faith-filled, and engaging learning environment for students. This position helps facilitate age-appropriate religious education activities, supports classroom instruction, and assists with student supervision and classroom management.

The PSR Aide plays an important role in fostering students' spiritual growth and understanding of the Catholic faith while helping create a positive environment rooted in Christian values. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, demonstrates patience and dependability, and has a genuine interest in supporting the mission of the Catholic Church and religious education.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist PSR teachers with classroom instruction, lesson activities, and religious education materials.

• Support students in learning about the Catholic faith, Scripture, Church teachings, traditions, and prayer.

• Help facilitate age-appropriate activities, discussions, crafts, and faith-based learning experiences.

• Provide supervision and assistance to students to ensure a safe, respectful, and welcoming classroom environment.

• Encourage positive behavior, participation, cooperation, and respect among students.

• Assist students with classroom assignments, activities, and individual learning needs.

• Help prepare, organize, and distribute classroom materials and instructional resources.

• Support classroom transitions and assist with maintaining an organized learning environment.

• Communicate and collaborate with PSR teachers, coordinators, and parish staff regarding student needs and classroom activities.

• Assist with attendance and other classroom administrative responsibilities as needed.

• Model Christian values through kindness, patience, compassion, and respect in interactions with students and families.

• Follow parish policies and procedures, including student safety and supervision guidelines.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the PSR program and parish mission.

Job Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Previous experience working with children in a classroom, childcare, religious education, or similar setting preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrates an appreciation for the Catholic faith and a commitment to supporting Catholic religious education.

• Enjoys working with children and demonstrates patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to assist with classroom management and maintain a safe, structured learning environment.

• Ability to follow lesson plans and instructions provided by the PSR teacher or program coordinator.

• Dependable, organized, flexible, and able to work collaboratively with others.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate judgment when working with students and families.

• Must meet applicable diocesan and parish requirements, including Safe Environment training and background screening.