Hours per week: 40
Position Summary:
St. Thomas More Catholic Preschool in Chapel Hill, NC is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Preschool. The Instructional Assistant for Preschool will support the lead teacher and share in the responsibilities for the safety and physical well-being of the children, as well as engage the children in play and activities that are developmentally appropriate.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide small group instruction to students using teacher lesson plans.
- Communicate daily with the classroom teacher about learning and behavioral observations, tasks, and schedule.
- Use technology and office equipment to carry out non-instructional duties.
- Carefully supervise students in and out of the classroom
- Use of classroom management tools that respect each student and help them to grow in their coping skills.
- Perform school-wide duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma/GED required
- Proven experience as an Instructional Assistant
- Excellent communication skills
- Compassionate attitude and strong understanding of child development
- Nurturing teaching approach
- Must satisfactorily complete the required criminal background and reference checks.
- Must complete Diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field
- Experience with preschool-age children
At St. Thomas More Catholic School, the early childhood classrooms offer an environment that encourages 3- and 4-year-old children to explore, question, and learn. The curriculum revolves around a child’s natural tendency to “learn through play,” allowing children to approach new concepts in a “hands-on” manner. Each child has the opportunity to follow his/her interests within the classroom community and be recognized as a special and unique child of God. It is important that each child feels respected, loved, and valued as the focus is on the development of the whole child in all areas: spiritual, fine motor, cognitive, physical, social, emotional, mathematical, and critical thinking.
Position Start Date: 02/17/2025