Classroom Aide

Classroom Aide
Position Type: Full-Time and Part-Time (two positions available)

Holy Family Catholic School is an elementary Preschool through 8th grade Catholic school in Coeur d'Alene with exceptional academic, faith-based traditions and a supportive community.

Working in a Catholic faith-filled environment, the Aide helps present and reinforce learning concepts and supports a safe, stimulating environment for the development of the whole student.

Job Functions

• Upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and stewardship and models the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Provides support to the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment.
• Assists the teacher in planning and preparation for daily activities and aids the instructional efforts of the teacher.
• Assists the teacher in preparing lesson outlines, plans, and curricula in assigned areas.
• Prepares various teaching aids for use in the classroom under the direction of the teacher, including activity sheets, drawings, and similar handouts.
• Presents subject matter to children, under the guidance of a teacher, using a variety of methods including stories, discussions, and role playing.
• Leads classroom activities and may confer with parents on children's progress in the absence of the teacher.
• Assists children individually or in groups with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
• May lead, guide, and train volunteers performing related work, and may participate in the recruitment of volunteers as appropriate.
• Attends faculty and staff meetings as needed.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

• Ability to implement effective planning and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures and specific instructions and procedures.
• Child-supervision skills and the ability to provide activities for children that encourage healthy growth.
• Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children.
• Skill in preparing instructional aids and plans.
• Ability to maintain professional confidentiality at all times.
• Willingness to adhere to the Code of Conduct and the policies and procedures of the school and the Catholic Diocese of Boise.
• Participation in school faith activities such as Mass, prayer, retreats, and service projects, as well as school-sponsored events and community activities.
• Practicing Catholic or person of faith with a desire to model the teachings of Jesus in attitude and example while upholding the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church.
• Must pass a background check and complete Safe Environment Training in accordance with diocesan policies.

Desired Qualifications

• High school diploma, with at least one year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Applicants for Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Aftercare Aide positions must be willing to complete Safe Environment training; obtain CPR / First Aid (Child/Adult) certification.
• Experience working in a school or Catholic school setting preferred.

Compensation is commensurate with experience. These positions will remain open until filled.

The Diocese of Boise is an equal opportunity employer. The Diocese of Boise recruits, hires, and promotes on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications, without being influenced by race, color, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The diocese reserves the right to be the sole judge of merit, competence, and qualifications and may favor Catholic applicants and co-workers in all employment decisions.