Diocese of Austin is Hiring a Classroom Assistant Teacher Near Austin, TX
"Holy Family Catholic School is a regional school that works with parents to nurture the growth of the whole child spiritually, intellectually, socially, emotionally and physically. Our school is Catholic promoting the teaching of the Church and inclusive of diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds."Holy Family Catholic School is seeking a Classroom Assistant for the 2024-2025 school year. Interested candidates should submit an application and resume through iSolved Hire or the Diocese of Austin website under School Job Openings. Job Summary The classroom assistant fulfills the mission of the school by assisting the classroom teacher in planning, guiding, and evaluating the learning process of the students in the Catholic school for whom the teacher is responsible within the framework of the school's philosophy, organization, and curriculum. The classroom assistant helps the teacher prepare instructional materials, assists with students, and supports learning activities that have been defined by the teacher. The position is hired and evaluated by the principal. Essential Duties
Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
Communicates effectively with students, parents, and other professionals
Monitors and assists individual students in small instructional groups to support learning activities
Supervises students at lunch, recess, and in routine movement
Performs clerical tasks, prepares instructional materials and bulletin boards as indicated by the classroom teacher
Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration
Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs
Ability to follow directions and handle multiple tasks
Possesses proficient technology skills
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
Skill in job appropriate technology
Skill in critical thinking and planning
EducationMinimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
None required
Certifications And Training
Sufficient training to perform tasks assigned by the principal.
Must submit an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Application for Ministry within the first week of employment, participate in an EIM Basic abuse prevention training workshop within 60 days of submitting a complete Application for Ministry, and maintain EIM compliance during the entire term of employment.