Classroom Aide (Part-Time), St. Anne School

Diocese of Allentown•Bethlehem, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides instructional and clerical support for classroom teachers allowing teachers more time for lesson planning and teaching. They support and assist students in learning class material using the teacher's lesson plans, providing students with individualized attention.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Attendance at the online Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.
Previous experience working with children.
An understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught.
Initiative and the willingness to follow a teacher's direction.
The ability to handle classroom situations with fairness and patience.
Good writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and teachers.
Must have clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, DHS Fingerprint Check, and NSOR as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (No less than 1 year old)

Responsibilities

Provide instructional reinforcement to students under the direction and guidance of the teacher.
Assist the teacher in the preparation of instructional materials, supplies, copying, and decorating of bulletin boards.
Perform classroom clerical duties that include, but are not limited to, emptying and filling folders, lunch, and milk counts, and handing out and collecting papers.
Escort students to and from restrooms, special classes, recess, and lunch.
Prepare and clean up after snack time.
Assist in the supervision of students before and after each school day. This includes recess, lunch, and dismissal.
Communicate all parental concerns and questions about a student's progress to the teacher; respect the confidentiality of all student information and refrain from discussing student information outside of the classroom.
Attend the August In-Service and other in-service days and meetings as specified by the Principal.
Interact with administrators, faculty, and staff on a respectful and professional level. Share in the general responsibilities necessary for an effective total education program.
Follow all policies set forth by The Diocese of Allentown and St. Anne School.
Any other duties as assigned by the Principal or Teacher.