Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

Catholic Schools Office

PreK Job Description

POSITION TITLE: PreK Aide

Department: Catholic Schools

Supervisor: Principal

Job Summary:

The PreK Aide will work in a Catholic School PreK program to provide support to the Lead Teacher and ensure a safe and enriching environment for young children. The PreK Aide will assist with various tasks including supervision, planning activities, and maintaining a clean and organized classroom.

Essential Job Functions

1. Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education

• shows evidence of the Catholic philosophy of education
• promotes Gospel values and Catholic moral teachings
• upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church
• Exemplifies Catholic living both in and out of the classroom

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing daily activities that are age-appropriate and aligned with the school's Catholic values and teachings
• Assist in creating a safe, nurturing, and positive classroom environment for young children
• Supervise children during activities, outdoor play, and transitions to ensure their safety and well-being
• Help maintain a clean and organized classroom by setting up and cleaning up materials and equipment as needed
• Assist with classroom management and behavior guidance, using positive reinforcement and redirection techniques as appropriate
• Communicate effectively with parents and families, providing updates on children's progress and responding to questions or concerns in a timely manner
• Attend school and department meetings as required
• Participate in professional development activities to stay up-to-date with best practices in early childhood education and Catholic education.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience working with young children in a PreK or daycare setting preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and administrators
• Knowledge of Catholic values and teachings and a willingness to integrate these values into daily activities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and engage in physical activities with children.

Working Conditions:

• The PreK Aide position is a full-time, non-exempt position with regular work hours Monday-Friday during the school year.
• The position involves working with young children in a classroom setting, which can be physically demanding.
• The PreK Aide will work under the direction of the Lead Teacher and in collaboration with other members of the school staff.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the PreK Aide position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it.