Full-time Teacher’s Aide

JOB TITLE: Full-time Catholic School Teacher’s Aide PURPOSE AND SCOPE: East Boston Central Catholic School is looking to hire an exceptional Aide for our Early Learning Center (ELC pre-kindergarten classroom ages 3-4). Under the supervision of the ELC Lead Teacher, the accepted candidate is responsible for assisting the teacher fulltime for the duration of the school year. The teacher’s aide is responsible for fostering the intellectual, social, physical, and faith development of children in their preschool experience. LOCATION: East Boston Central Catholic School, 69 London Street East Boston, Massachusetts, 02128. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: •Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; an aide may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church. •Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example. •Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities. •Assist the ELC Lead Teacher by demonstrating current, thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter and be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning. •Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manages inappropriate behavior effectively. •Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment •Cooperate with school and diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents. •At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations •Display sound judgment in dress and general behavior. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: •Associate’s Degree •A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church •Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills •Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well organized; must be a team player •Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation •Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously •Proficiency in the use of computer technology including the use of Microsoft Office and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality •Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment •Must clear all background checks and complete training programs, including but not limited to, fingerprints, CORI, VIRTUS training, Strong Start Training, and 51A mandated reported training. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; sit, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to stand for periods of time outside in the heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The position will require some evening and weekend hours. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

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