What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Associate - St Pius X Elementary School position at TeachIowa?
Xavier Catholic Schools is looking for a Teaching Assistant for St Pius X Elementary School! This is a full-time position for the 2026-2027 school year.
Faith & Mission Statement Commitment: Xavier Catholic Schools forms disciples unafraid to follow Jesus Christ. As part of this Christ-centered educational system the Teacher Associate helps build and support a professional culture rooted in Catholic values across all Xavier Schools
The Teacher Associate is expected to model and promote the mission of forming disciples unafraid to follow Jesus Christ, and fosters a Christ-centered, respectful, and ethical work environment that upholds Catholic identity through every aspect of their leadership and decision making.
Position Summary: A Teacher’s Associate is responsible for the planning, organizing and implementing of an appropriate instructional program in a preschool, elementary, or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their potential.
Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:
- Foster the Christian uniqueness of the learning community
- Maintain required trainings as required by the State of Iowa, Archdiocese, and local site
- Support the learning center environment
- Communicate effectively with classroom teacher(s) and administration
- Help with appropriate daily activities for children
- Establish and maintain a safe and healthy nurturing environment for children
- Supervise children for safety
- Keep the learning environment clean and orderly by picking up learning materials, wiping tables and chairs, etc.
- Attend staff meetings, school programs, and in-service trainings as requested
- Maintain confidentiality with work-related matters
- Promote positive public relations through interactions with the community
- Work collaboratively with other members of the school
- Uphold, support, and promote all school policies and procedures
- Accept and provide effective supervision, assignments, change and correction
- These duties are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
- Practicing Catholic preferred
Skills and Competencies:
- Enthusiastic supporter of Catholic faith and schools
- Self-motivated
- Well-organized with leadership abilities
- Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
- Professional oral and written communication skills
- Flexible, adaptive, and cooperative
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, reach, sit, hear, handle and perform repetitive motions of the hands/wrists. Lifts and moves items up to 20 pounds.
Working Environment:
Work is performed in a school and outdoor setting. Employees may be required to attend an occasional evening meeting and do extensive close computer work.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- A Faith-Filled Environment: Experience a workplace where you can openly share and grow in your faith with both students and colleagues. Be part of a community that supports and inspires one another in both professional and spiritual growth.
Attractive Salary Package: We offer a competitive salary that rewards your skills and experience.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Stay healthy with our full health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
Generous Paid Time Off: We believe in work-life balance, offering ample paid time off to recharge and take care of what matters most to you.
Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance: Your well-being is our priority—receive peace of mind with our life and LTD insurance options.
401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan, complete with company matching to help you save for tomorrow.