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Elementary Classroom aide

Mother Catherine Academy
Mechanicsville, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/4/2026

Job Summary

Join our dedicated educational team as an Elementary Classroom Aide, where your enthusiasm and commitment will directly support the learning and development of young students. In this vital role, you will assist classroom teachers in creating a positive, engaging, and inclusive environment that fosters academic growth and social-emotional well-being. Your energy and compassion will help nurture a love for learning in children across early childhood and elementary levels, ensuring each student receives personalized attention and encouragement to succeed.

Duties

  • Support classroom teachers by preparing instructional materials, setting up learning activities, and organizing classroom resources to facilitate smooth daily operations.
  • Assist with lesson implementation across subjects such as literacy education, math, and curriculum development, ensuring lessons are engaging and accessible for all students.
  • Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with diverse needs, including those with special education requirements or disabilities such as autism or other developmental challenges.
  • Promote positive behavior management strategies to maintain a safe and respectful classroom environment, encouraging good conduct and social skills.
  • Help supervise children during classroom activities, recess, lunch periods, and transitions to ensure safety and promote healthy interactions.
  • Support early childhood education initiatives by engaging children in age-appropriate activities that foster childhood development, preschool readiness, and toddler care.
  • Communicate effectively with teachers, parents, and specialists to monitor student progress and address individual needs promptly.

Skills

  • Strong understanding of childhood development principles, early childhood education practices, and behavior management techniques.
  • Experience working with children in classroom settings, daycare centers, or private schools; familiarity with Montessori or preschool methodologies is a plus.
  • Knowledge of special education strategies and working with individuals with autism or other disabilities to support inclusive learning environments.
  • Ability to assist with lesson planning for literacy education, math instruction, and curriculum development tailored to diverse learners.
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with educators, parents, and support staff.
  • Demonstrated classroom management skills to foster a positive learning atmosphere while ensuring safety.
  • Compassionate approach to working with children of various ages including toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary students; experience in childcare or daycare settings is advantageous.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in young learners’ lives! Your dedication will help shape confident, curious students ready to explore the world around them while supporting their academic journey every step of the way.

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21

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