Bilingual Instructional Assistants

Saint Ambrose Dual Language Catholic School, a PreK–8 school in the Diocese of Arlington located in Annandale, Virginia, is seeking Bilingual Instructional Assistants (Spanish/English) for the 2026–2027 school year.

Instructional Assistants work closely with the lead classroom teacher in a highly collaborative environment to support instruction and student learning. Assistants help facilitate a variety of classroom activities, support small-group learning, and assist with the supervision and care of students throughout the school day. In our dual language immersion program, bilingual assistants play an essential role in supporting language development and helping students grow academically and culturally in both English and Spanish.

At Saint Ambrose, we are committed to forming the whole child—intellectually, spiritually, and socially. Our faculty and staff work together to cultivate a joyful learning environment rooted in Catholic faith, where students are encouraged to grow as disciples of Christ while developing strong academic and language skills.

Qualified candidates will:

• Be fluent in Spanish and English

• Demonstrate a love for working with children

• Collaborate effectively with teachers and school staff

• Support the mission and values of Catholic education

• Show an interest in child development and learning

Ideal candidates will have an associate’s degree or higher, experience working with children, and an interest in pursuing a career in education.

Full-Time: 30 or more hours per week*Meaningful work * service oriented and respectful work environment * work-life balance * generous leave, including paid FML *  medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 403(b) and retirement plans.

Saint Ambrose Dual Language Catholic School is proud to be the only Catholic dual language immersion school in Virginia, serving a vibrant and diverse community of learners and families. Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience.

Salary Range: $30,000–$43,000 annually (10-month position), commensurate with education, qualifications, and relevant experience.

Applicants must submit a completed application to the Diocese of Arlington at the Diocesan Application portal and be eligible for employment in Virginia. Interested candidates should also submit a cover letter, resume, and references to:

Dr. Aránzazu Ascunce

Principal, Saint Ambrose Dual Language Catholic School
[email protected]