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Openings as of 3/30/2025

Extended Day Care Program Manager-PT

JobID: 1584

Position Type:
  Administration/Aftercare Program Director


Date Posted:
  2/7/2025


Location:
  St. John the Baptist School


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EXTENDED DAY CARE PROGRAM MANAGER
Part-Time starting in August 2025
City & State: New Freedom, PA
School: St. John the Baptist Catholic School

Payroll Grade: 14                                                                    FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Nature of Position:
The Manager is responsible for providing an appropriately safe, caring and enriching environment for the children enrolled in the extended day program. Managers are responsible for conducting themselves in an appropriate manner, setting an example for children, parents and co-workers by reflecting the church’s core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Reports to: Principal

Responsibilities & Job Duties:
GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Work in a team environment and encourage open communication regarding concerns/issues with children, parents or co-workers.
• Initiate and maintain positive relationships with school staff including principal, secretaries, custodial staff and teachers of key importance to the extended day program.
• Keep a consistent headcount on all children present at site; communicate changes with all other staff.
• Assist in maintaining clean-up schedules; including janitorial duties necessary to maintain the cleanliness of the school facility.
• Maintain accurate documentation of attendance, absences and emergency information on each child.
• Communicates with parents for the weekly schedule of children attending before/after care.
• Completes billing of services on a bi-weekly basis, through the tuition program.
• Comply with all emergency procedures appropriate to the site and in conformity with procedures adopted by emergency service authorities to ensure the safety of the children and staff.
• Maintain all supplies, equipment and materials; inform the Principal when new/additional supplies are needed.
• Ensure that all staff and children are respectful of school property; ensure all school rules are followed.

RESPONSIBILITIES WHEN INTERACTING WITH CHILDREN:
• Consistently demonstrate positive interaction with all children; talk to them and treat them with dignity and respect
• Consistently demonstrate positive discipline; teach and redirect rather than scolding or reprimanding them; firmly and consistently enforce the rules; ensure that „the punishment fits the crime
• Express clear expectations and hold children accountable for adhering to them
• Help children to develop a positive self-esteem and sense of self-worth
• Consistently demonstrate and reinforce the values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility

RESPONSIBILITIES WHEN INTERACTING WITH PARENTS:
• Positively ID parents before releasing children (picture ID necessary until you can personally identify them).
• Introduce yourself to parents and communicate with them regularly regarding program information such as schedule changes.
• Communicate on a daily basis regarding the behavior of their children positive and negative (make sure to have parents review and sign corrective behavior reports), if needed.
• Express appreciation for their interest in their child(s) participation in the program.

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT:
Manage the operations of the extended day program, from ensuring that the staff has the tools and equipment they need to do their jobs, to monitoring the environment for health and safety hazards. The manager is involved with the financial management of the organization, in terms of billing for services through the tuition program.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responsibly supervise all aides and ensure all are adhering to the appropriate program policies and procedures.
• Be a support for aides; impartial and fair; create a team environment and encourage open communication regarding concerns/issues with children, parents or co-workers.
• Communicate clearly staff expectations and follow up to ensure compliance.
• Communicate with the Principal to discuss general progress of the program; immediately regarding incident/behavior reports on children or with staff concerns; relay pertinent information in a timely manner to all aides at your program.
• Assist Principal by witnessing and documenting personnel matters; assist with assigned administrative tasks including documentation of procedures and policies.
• Create a “checks and balances” to ensure that clean-up is done EVERYDAY, without exception and that the responsibilities are distributed equally among all staff (including directors).
• Maintain accurate documentation of attendance, absences and emergency information on each child; maintain all other records regarding schedule changes, behavior and incident reports.
• Effectively implement emergency procedures appropriate to the site and in conformity with procedures adopted by emergency service authorities to ensure the safety of the children and staff.
• Take care of all supplies, equipment and materials; be respectful of school property; ensure all school rules are followed.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher, preferably in Early Childhood Education (Other acceptable fields include recreation, social work, elementary education, program administration, psychology, and sociology).
• 1-3 years of experience preferred.
• Verifiable experience working with children of varied ages required.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
Must have the ability to demonstrate and/or show competency in the following areas:
• Planning and implementing age appropriate, enriching activities.
• Supervising youth and presenting positive role modeling through all interactions with program participants.
• Meeting program goals as outlined in the Childcare Policies and Procedures Manual.
• To keep confidences, loyalties and practice professionalism.
• Being reliable and dependable.
• Working with budgets and program administration
• Working a flexible schedule to meet program staffing/planning needs.
• Exercising mature judgment and sound decision making.
• Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
• Learning, following and enforcing local Y and national guidelines related to internal policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Must have adequate vision to effectively review documents in varied formats i.e.…paper and digital
• Must have adequate hearing to respond to members and interact with the public.
• Currently have excellent health and be free of communicable diseases.





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Openings as of 3/30/2025

Elementary Classroom Teacher

JobID: 1185

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Elementary School Teacher-K-6


Date Posted:
  12/4/2023


Location:
  St. John the Baptist School


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Elementary School Teacher
Full-Time
School: St. John the Baptist Catholic School
City & State: New Freedom, PA
 
PAYROLL GRADE: 14                                                                      FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
 
Basic Job Description: Teach pupils at the elementary level basic academic, social, and other formative skills in keeping with the school’s Catholic character and Gospel values.

Reports to: Principal

Responsibilities/Tasks for: "Elementary School Teacher"
1. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
2. Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
3. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
4. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
5. Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
6. Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
7. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
8. Assign and grade class work and homework.
9. Read books to entire classes or small groups
10. Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
11. Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
12. Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
13. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, diocesan policies, and administrative regulations.
14. Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
15. Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
16. Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
17. Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states, diocese,  and schools.
18. Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
19. Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
20. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
21. Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
22. Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
23. Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
24. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
25. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
26. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
27. Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
28. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence for Act 48.
29. Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
30. Organize and label materials, and display students' work.
31. Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required.
32. Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
33. Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
34. Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities, in order to facilitate involvement in focused, complex play.
35. Perform administrative duties such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
36. Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
37. Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
38. Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
39. Prepare and supervise students for Mass as well as other sacramental preparation.
 

Skills Needed for: "Elementary School Teacher"
 
1. Instructing -- Teaching others how to do something.
2. Speaking -- Talking to others to convey information effectively.
3. Reading Comprehension -- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
4. Learning Strategies -- Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
5. Active Listening -- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
6. Monitoring -- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
7. Time Management -- Managing one's own time and the time of others.
8. Active Learning -- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
9. Writing -- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
10. Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
11. Social Perceptiveness -- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
12. Service Orientation -- Actively looking for ways to help people.
13. Mathematics -- Using mathematics to solve problems.
14. Coordination -- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
15. Persuasion -- Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
16. Negotiation -- Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
17. Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
18. Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
19. Science -- Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
20. Equipment Selection -- Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to perform all the technological requirements of classroom management.
• Must be able to hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels and in an outdoor environment.
• Must be able to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in both a normal classroom environment and in an outdoor setting.
• Must have the physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
 
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required)
• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education or a related field.
• Prefer applicants with an instructional certification, otherwise be willing to work towards one.
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.
• Must comply with PA State clearance requirements.
• Must be a Catholic in good standing if teaching religion. Otherwise, must be willing to respect the moral teachings of the Catholic Church.





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Openings as of 3/30/2025

School Administrative Assistant-Secretary

JobID: 1583

Position Type:
  Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary


Date Posted:
  2/10/2025


Location:
  St. John the Baptist School


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Job Description
School Secretary or School Administrative Assistant
Full-Time starting summer 2025
City & State: New Freedom, PA
School: St. John the Baptist Catholic School
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
 
Position Description
 
• A school secretary works in the administrative office of an elementary school, middle school, or high school, and is responsible for performing daily clerical work. The job description of a school secretary involves interacting with students and parents, tracking attendance records, mailing school forms, and managing the school calendar.
• A school secretary answers the office phone and transfers calls as necessary, maintains student records, completes all registrations, welcomes school visitors, helps with student and teacher computer issues and handles any day-to-day clerical needs required by the school.
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a School Secretary
 
• Answer telephone and addresses caller questions and concerns.
• Transfers calls to proper individual and/or department as needed.
• Mails student report cards, school brochures, and other necessary forms.
• Welcomes visitors to the school and provides directions around the building as needed.
• Types up and contributes to school bulletin or newsletter.
• Assists in designing and drawing up promotional and informational materials for parents.
• Provides students with tardy slips.
• Maintains records of student absences.
• Accepts and processes tuition and school lunch payments from parents.
• Sorts and distributes mail delivered to school office.
• Contacts parents in the event of student illness or behavioral issues.
• Maintains student records and files.
• Uses computer database to update student information and registrations daily
• Manages and updates school calendar.
• Provides administrative support to principal or other upper level administrator as needed.
• Takes dictation and transcribes documents.
• Attends office meetings and takes minutes.
• Helps problem solve computer problems with teacher laptops or student chromebooks.
• Contacts the diocese when there are internet issues
• Maintains records for elementary and preschool students
• Helps conduct monthy safety drills
 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills.
• Maintains professional and friendly demeanor.
• Possesses excellent organizational skills.
• Is capable of managing time efficiently.
• Demonstrate ability to multi-task effectively.
• Works well with a variety of students, administrators, and parents.
• Exhibits ability to remain polite and calm when dealing with troublesome students or frustrated parents.
• Possesses abover averaget computer skills and knowledge of word processing programs..
• Demonstrates ability to think creatively.
• Demonstrates strong writing and editing abilities.
• Possesses excellent telephone etiquette.
• Communicates clearly and effectively.
• Is capable of handling confidential student records in a responsible fashion.
• Demonstrates familiarity with basic office equipment such as multi-line phones, and copiers.
 

Education and Experience
 
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Preferably have 2+ years of experience in a similar position.
• Computer and Database knowledge is a must.
 

Work Environment
 
• The majority of working hours will be spent in an office setting.
• Light physical activity such as walking and standing, is required on a daily basis.
• Some local travel to complete office errands may be required.





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Openings as of 3/30/2025

Elementary Substitute Teacher

JobID: 677

Position Type:
  Substitute/Elementary Substitute Teacher


Date Posted:
  7/3/2023


Location:
  St. John the Baptist School


Date Available:
  Ongoing


Closing Date:
  Ongoing


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Elementary School Substitute Teacher
Part-Time or Full-Time on an as-needed basis
School: St. John the Baptist Catholic School
City & State: New Freedom, PA

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

Basic Job Description: Fill in for teacher absenses and teach pupils at the elementary level basic academic, social, and other formative skills in keeping with the school’s Catholic character and Gospel values.

Responsibilities/Tasks for: "Elementary School Substitute Teacher"
1. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
2. Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
3. Follow teacher instructions or lesson plan.
4. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
5. Conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
6. Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
7. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
8. Assign class work and homework.
9. Read books to entire classes or small groups.
10. Administer tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
11. Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
12. Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
13. Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
14. Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
15. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
16. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
17. Lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
18. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence for Act 48.
19. Supervise class projects, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
20. Administer standardized ability and achievement tests.
21. Perform administrative duties such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
22. Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
23. Prepare and supervise students for Mass as well as other sacramental preparation.
 

Skills Needed for: "Elementary School Substitute Teacher"
 
1. Instructing -- Teaching others how to do something.
2. Speaking -- Talking to others to convey information effectively.
3. Reading Comprehension -- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
4. Learning Strategies -- Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
5. Active Listening -- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
6. Monitoring -- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
7. Time Management -- Managing one's own time and the time of others.
8. Active Learning -- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
9. Writing -- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
10. Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
11. Social Perceptiveness -- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
12. Service Orientation -- Actively looking for ways to help people.
13. Mathematics -- Using mathematics to solve problems.
14. Coordination -- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
15. Persuasion -- Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
16. Negotiation -- Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
17. Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
18. Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
19. Science -- Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
20. Equipment Selection -- Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
 

Abilities Needed for: "Elementary School Substitute Teacher"
 
1. Oral Expression -- The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
2. Problem Sensitivity -- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
3. Oral Comprehension -- The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
4. Speech Clarity -- The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
5. Speech Recognition -- The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
6. Written Comprehension -- The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
7. Written Expression -- The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
8. Fluency of Ideas -- The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
9. Deductive Reasoning -- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
10. Inductive Reasoning -- The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
11. Information Ordering -- The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
12. Originality -- The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
13. Near Vision -- The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
14. Selective Attention -- The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
15. Category Flexibility -- The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
16. Flexibility of Closure -- The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to perform all the technological requirements of classroom management.
• Must be able to hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels and in an outdoor environment.
• Must be able to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in both a normal classroom environment and in an outdoor setting.
• Must have the physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overhead.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required)
• Must be 21 years old or older.
• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree, preferrably in education or a related field.
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.
• Must comply with PA State clearance requirements.
• A State teaching certification is preferred, but not required.
• Must be a Catholic in good standing if teaching religion. Otherwise, must be willing to respect the Catholic Church's teachings on morality.





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Openings as of 3/30/2025

Extended Day Care Aide

JobID: 1529

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Afterschool Care


Date Posted:
  10/4/2024


Location:
  St. John the Baptist School


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Extended Day Care Aide
Part-Time
School: St. John the Baptist Catholic School
City & State: New Freedom, PA

Payroll Grade: 11                                            FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Nature of Position:
The typical school day does not compute to an adult's typical workday. To fill in the gap of time, some working parents choose to send their kids to an extended school day care program headed by a team of care providers. As the job title implies, their first job is to take care of kids, which can include a number of different activities.

Our Little Angels Program is looking to find a part-time aide for our after care program. Candidate must have a high school degree (or equivalent), be 18 years or older, be caring and energetic, enjoy working with children, and be flexible with hours. We are looking for someone from 3:15-5:30 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays, Fridays 1:15-5:30 pm, and to fill in as necessary. Candidate must be willing to respect our faith and follow our basic morality guidelines. There are several clearances that must be obtained before working.




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Preschool aid

JobID: 474

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Classroom Aide


Date Posted:
  6/3/2022


Location:
  St. John the Baptist School


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Seeking a person to aid the 3 year old teacher in the classroom, Monday-Friday.

Job Description
Classroom / Teacher's Aide
 
PAYROLL GRADE: 11                                                     FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
 
NATURE OF POSITION: Teacher or Classroom aides provide support for full-time teachers, helping them with clerical work and classroom activities. This can involve providing individual attention to students in need of extra assistance or monitoring students while the teacher is out. The job of a teacher's aide is to assist a teacher and reinforce the instruction taught in the classroom to students.
 
REPORTS TO: Principal
 
JOB DESCRIPTION: Following are examples of the tasks required for a teacher assistant;
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
• Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
• Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, schoolyards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
• Conduct demonstrations to teach such skills as sports, dancing, and handicrafts.
• Distribute teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
• Distribute tests and homework assignments, and collect them when they are completed.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Grade homework and tests, and compute and record results, using answer sheets or electronic marking devices.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
• Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Organize and label materials and display students’ work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills.
• Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
• Plan, prepare, and develop various teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts, and graphs.
• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities.
• Take class attendance, and maintain attendance records.
• Assist in bus loading and unloading.
• Assist librarians in school libraries.
• Collect money from students for school-related projects.
• Laminate teaching materials to increase their durability under repeated use.
• Maintain computers in classrooms and laboratories, and assist students with hardware and software use.
• Monitor classroom viewing of live or recorded courses transmitted by communication satellites.
• Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
• Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
• Requisition and stock teaching materials and supplies.
• Type, file, and duplicate materials.
• Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
 
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Minimum GED or a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
• Preferred an associate's degree or bachelor's degree in education or a related field
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• The employer typically does Job training. They help a new teacher's aide understand the rules and operations of the workplace. Teacher's aides must know the appropriate responses when dealing with children and the proper way to show educational materials to the classroom. Additionally, learning to follow the instructions of a teacher is extremely important.
 
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
• Ability to see at normal distance and hear normal conversations and sounds.
• Physical ability to bend, squat, sit on floor, skip, run, and climb stairs, as part of daily center activities.
• Able to crouch to a child’s height, maintain eye contact at the child’s level, sit on the floor, and stand tall enough to reach children on the highest piece of equipment.
• Ability to safely lift or assist children weighing up to 40 pounds in emergencies only.
• Ability to reach a child 30 feet away within 30 seconds without danger to the staff person’s health.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to fill out paper work.
 
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
• May be required to work outside.
• Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine-month position.




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Classroom Aide

JobID: 1645

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Classroom Aide


Date Posted:
  3/25/2025


Location:
  St. John the Baptist School


Date Available:
  August 2025


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Job Description
Elementary School Classroom/Teacher's Aide
Part-Time (4 hours per day) starting in August 2025
City & State: New Freedom, PA
School: St. John the Baptist Catholic School
 
Payroll Grade: 11                                           FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

NATURE OF POSITION: Teacher or Classroom aides provide support for full-time teachers, helping them with clerical work and classroom activities. This can involve providing individual attention to students in need of extra assistance or monitoring students while the teacher is out. A teacher's aide's job is to assist a teacher and reinforce the instruction taught in the classroom to students.

JOB DESCRIPTION - Following are examples of the tasks required for a teacher assistant:
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
• Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
• Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
• Conduct demonstrations to teach such skills as sports, dancing, and handicrafts.
• Distribute teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
• Distribute tests and homework assignments, and collect them when they are completed.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Grade homework and tests, and compute and record results, using answer sheets or electronic marking devices.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
• Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Organize and label materials, and display students’ work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills.
• Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
• Plan, prepare, and develop various teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts, and graphs.
• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities.
• Take class attendance, and maintain attendance records.
• Assist in bus loading and unloading.
• Assist librarians in school libraries.
• Collect money from students for school-related projects.
• Laminate teaching materials to increase their durability under repeated use.
• Maintain computers in classrooms and laboratories, and assist students with hardware and software use.
• Monitor classroom viewing of live or recorded courses transmitted by communication satellites.
• Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
• Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
• Requisition and stock teaching materials and supplies.
• Type, file, and duplicate materials.
• Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
• Minimum GED, high school diploma, or equivalent and some on-the-job training.
• Prefer experience working with children or an associate's degree or bachelor's degree in education or a related field.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Job training is typically done by the employer who helps a new teacher's aide understand the rules and operations of the workplace.
• Teacher's aides must know the appropriate responses when dealing with children and how to properly show educational materials to the classroom.
• Additionally, learning to follow the instructions of a teacher is extremely important.
• Must comply with PA clearance requirements.
• Must be willing to respect the Catholic Church and follow our code of conduct.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
• Ability to see at normal distance. Hear normal conversations and sounds.
• Physical ability to bend, squat, sit on floor, skip, run, and climb stairs, as part of daily center activities.
• Able to crouch to a child’s height, maintain eye contact at the child’s level, sit on the floor, and stand tall enough to reach children on the highest piece of equipment.
• Ability to safely lift or assist children weighing up to 40 pounds in emergency situations only.
• Ability to reach a child 30 feet away within 30 seconds without danger to the staff person’s health.
• Ability to effectively use hands and fingers to fill out paper work.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
• May be required to work outside.
• Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.





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