EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - ST. MARY SCHOOL

Extended School Services Supervisor & Instructional Aide

St. Mary School is a parish supported Catholic school educating the next generation of innovative thinkers and ethical leaders in Grays Harbor and beyond. St. Mary School offers a rigorous education that celebrates diversity, individuality, and academic excellence. Sound ethical and moral values are taught by passionate teachers who lead by example, demonstrating what it means to be a St. Mary student.

St. Mary School, located in Aberdeen, WA, has an opening for a part-time Extended School Services Supervisor and Instructional Aide. This position seeks candidates with experience working with a wide age range of students in a variety of educational situations. The position includes both time in the classroom assisting teachers and students during the school day as well as daily supervision of the Extended School Services Program and its enrolled students.

The position begins with the opening of the academic school year 2024-25 and is not benefit eligible.

Extended School Services description: ESS stands for Extended School Services. ESS is our after school care program that is open to Kinder thru 8th grade students whose families need after school childcare until a parent/family member can pick them up from school. ESS consists of play time, planned activities, homework time, and snack time. ESS is offered Monday through Friday from 2:50-5:15 (Thursdays start at 2:05). We also offer ESS on most early release days unless the early release is for a holiday. On an early release day, ESS runs from 12:20 to 5:15pm.

Generally, there are anywhere from 5-15 kids in ESS on any given day. The ESS supervisor is completely in charge of the program and runs the program on his/her own. In fact, the ESS supervisor is often the last staff member in the building each day.

The duties of an Instructional Aide include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting and working collaboratively with the classroom teachers

• Preparing materials, projects, and assignments

• Instructing small groups

• Helping to maintain a clean and orderly classroom environment

• Assisting the teacher in the enforcement of classroom rules and daily routines

• Supervising students in various locations including the playground and lunchroom

• Working with students who have a diverse set of needs and learning styles

Schedule: The position work days are Monday through Friday and follow the 2024-2025 school calendar. Daily work hours run 11am to 5:15 pm. Occasional Early Release Fridays as scheduled require extra work hours (see 24-25 school calendar for specific dates). Weekly work hours total 29 hours/week while school is in session.

The successful candidate

• Is willing to partner with a vibrant, energetic school community that works collaboratively for the sake of all students in the school.

• Creates a warm, well-managed, organized and supportive Extended School Services environment that engages all students as learners and provides compassionate and structured caregiving.

• Has a strong background working independently with students from a variety of age groups.

• Has the ability to foster social and academic growth and show compassion and concern for students, an enthusiasm for learning

• Has the ability to collaborate with their partner teacher, other staff members, and parents.

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  Is a practicing Catholic who is committed to the mission and ministry of Catholic education and uses the teachings of Christ in creating a supportive environment for children and families (preferred).

• Uses a variety of student management strategies to meet the diverse behavioral needs of each student.

• Can effectively communicate with an active parent community.

• Is willing to add value to the school community using their gifts and talents outside the classroom.

• Has a desire to continue professional development.

Wage: $17.75/hr.

Any offered wage is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

This position is half-time and not benefits eligible.

To apply, please e-mail a letter of introduction and copy of your resume to Carrie Marlow, School Principal, at cmarlow@saintmaryschool.org. Position is open until filled.

Requirements:

• Practicing Catholic (preferred, but not required)

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent; a paraeducator certificate is a plus

• Ability to complete the Seattle Archdiocese’s Safe Environment Training

• Clear a Washington State Background Check

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.