Teachers Aide- 8th Grade

Description

St. Mary's School is seeking a dedicated, proactive, and faith-filled Part-Time 8th Grade Teacher’s Aide to support our middle school classroom. Working closely under the direction of the lead teacher, this individual will play an active role in facilitating daily instruction, maintaining a focused and respectful learning environment, and providing targeted academic support to students. Grounded in the teachings of the Catholic Church, the ideal candidate will model Christ-centered leadership by speaking and acting with truth, beauty, and goodness in every interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Classroom Facilitation & Active Circulation: Frequently circulate throughout the classroom during lessons and independent work to monitor student engagement, redirect off-task behavior promptly and respectfully, and assist students who are struggling with concepts.
• Small Group & Individual Support: Lead small-group review sessions, provide one-on-one academic reinforcement, and help differentiate instruction for students requiring extra guidance or enrichment.
• Classroom Management: Partner actively with the lead teacher to uphold classroom routines, enforce school behavioral expectations consistently, and foster a calm, orderly, and productive atmosphere.
• Instructional & Administrative Support: Assist with grading assignments, quizzes, and tests; prepare classroom materials; organize student work; and manage classroom logistics as directed by the lead teacher.
• Catholic Witness & Culture: Model the virtues of the Catholic faith in speech, demeanor, and personal conduct. Uphold the mission of St. Mary's School by encouraging students to pursue truth, beauty, and goodness in both their academic efforts and their treatment of others.

Qualifications

• Faith Alignment: Practicing Catholic (or deep respect for and commitment to upholding Catholic moral and social teachings) who embraces the mission of Catholic education.
• Experience: Prior experience working with middle school students (grades 6–8) in a school, parish, tutoring, or youth ministry setting is preferred yet not required.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree (or coursework in education) preferred.
• Skills & Attributes:
  
  • Strong classroom presence with the ability to manage adolescent behavior with patience, firmness, and warmth.
  • Proactive mindset—anticipates classroom needs and steps in seamlessly without waiting to be asked.
  • Solid grasp of 8th-grade core subjects to assist students effectively.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.
• Clearances: Must successfully pass a background check and complete all required Diocesan Safe Environment training (e.g., VIRTUS) prior to starting.