Morning and Afternoon Part-Time Kindergarten Instructional Aides, St. Thomas More, Lynnwood

Join Our Team

St. Thomas More School is seeking two caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Part-Time Kindergarten Instructional Aides to join our school community for the upcoming school year.

We Are Hiring

• Morning Kindergarten Instructional Aide
• Afternoon Kindergarten Instructional Aide
  
  

These positions offer an opportunity to work with our youngest learners and help create a classroom where every child is known, loved, and challenged to grow academically and spiritually.

About St. Thomas More School

At St. Thomas More School, we partner with families to form students who grow in faith, knowledge, and character. Guided by our mission and school theme, "You Belong," we strive to create classrooms where every child feels welcomed, supported, and encouraged to reach their potential.

Position Summary

The Kindergarten Instructional Aide works alongside the classroom teacher to support instruction, supervise students, prepare classroom materials, and help create a positive learning environment rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Responsibilities

• Support small-group and individual instruction.
• Assist with literacy, mathematics, and classroom learning activities.
• Prepare instructional materials and organize classroom resources.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, and transitions as assigned.
• Encourage positive behavior and model Christian values.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to support student success.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a school, childcare, or similar setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patient, dependable, and organized.
• Ability to foster a positive and respectful classroom environment.
• First Aid/CPR certification is preferred but not required.
• Must complete all Archdiocese of Seattle employment requirements, including a background check and Virtus training.
  
  

Schedule

Two Part-time Positions Are Available

• Morning Kindergarten Instructional Aide
• Afternoon Kindergarten Instructional Aide
  
  

Up to 40 hours per week may be available. Specific hours will be discussed during the interview process.

Compensation

$19.00 to $21.00 per hour. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

Benefits

Eligible positions receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Pension
• 403(b)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays
  
  

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a résumé and a brief cover letter to:

Rich Hernandez

Principal

St. Thomas More School

Email: richard.hernandez@stms.org

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The positions will remain open until filled.

Come help our youngest students learn, grow in faith, and know that they belong.