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Seattle, WA - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 25 - 27

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description


  • Position Type:
    PreKindergarten/Early Childhood/Aide

  • Date Posted:
    4/7/2025

  • Location:
    St. John Seattle

  • Preschool Instructional Assistant

    St John Preschool is a licensed program serving students ages 35. It consists of 4 classrooms each staffed with a fulltime teacher and instructional assistant. Ideal candidates will have a minimum two years experience working with preschool age children preferably in a school environment and be a practicing Catholic. The position follows a MondayFriday schedule from 8:00 AM3:15 PM.
    Salary and Benefits: Range: $25.74$27.93 hourly.Any offered salary rate is determined based on internal equity internal salary ranges market data applicants skills and prior relevant experience degrees and certifications.
    Benefits: Eligible if 30 hours a weekA comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options dental vision life accidental death and disability long term disability pension 403(b) HSA FSA and generous sick leave vacation and holidays.

    In addition to completing your online application interested parties should email resume and interest statement directly to Principal Abby Mansfield

    Preschool Instructional Assistant; job description


    St John Preschool is a licensed program serving students ages 35. It consists of 4 classrooms each staffed with a fulltime teacher and instructional assistant. Ideal candidates will have a minimum two years experience working with preschool age children preferably in a school environment and be a practicing Catholic. The schedule is MondayFriday 8:00 AM3:15 PM.

    Preschool Mission Statement:

    The mission of the St. John Preschool is to lay the foundation for lifelong learning by fostering an environment where children can flourish academically spiritually and emotionally.
    Through ageappropriate handson experiences we help students develop socialemotional skills form strong social connections and build foundational academic competencies. As part of a vibrant Catholic community we encourage students to be inclusive act with kindness and serve others.

    Educational Philosophy:

    St. John Preschool believes each child is a unique gift of God created with purpose and potential. By honoring the individuality of every learner we cultivate a warm and supportive atmosphere where children thrive in confidence curiosity and character. Through a balanced approach of wholegroup instruction personalized oneonone support and childdirected play and exploration we equip students with the foundation for lifelong learning service and future academic success.

    Requirements preferred upon hire must be obtained within 30 days of hiring

    • Complete Child Care Basics to be completed within 90 days of hire
    • Maintain 10hour annual inservice
    • Must pass MERIT Background check
    • Must pass MERIT Fingerprinting check
    • Complete CPR and First Aid
    • Complete food handlers permit
    • Safe Environment Check
    • Maintain Washington State Department of Early Learning licensing requirements
    • Complete Blood Borne Pathogens
    • Show Proof of MMR Vaccine and TB test

    Duties include (but arent limited to):

    • Assist and work collaboratively with other preschool staff
    • Prepare materials projects assignments
    • Facilitate small groups/centers
    • Maintain student/staff ratio at all times
    • Work with students who have a diverse set of needs and learning styles
    • Help maintain a clean and orderly classroom environment
    • Assist the teacher with the children and daily routines
    • Supervise students in various locations including outdoor recess specialists field trips snack/lunch time and rest period
    • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. stand for long periods of time kneel and sit on the floor and be active with children.
    • Close out the school day and prepare the classroom for the morning
    • Greet students and families at start/end of day
    • Help facilitate attendance in accordance with licensing and school regulations
    • Model and encourage social emotional skills and regulation
    • Maintain confidentiality at all times

    The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following characteristics:

    • Ability to foster social and academic growth among children
    • Genuine care and concern for students
    • Commitment to professional development
    • Ability to collaborate with their partner teacher other staff members and parents
    • Dependable work ethic and reliable
    • Show initiative and is a selfstarter
    • Flexible and adaptable
    • Calm and caring presence

    Compensation and Benefits Hourly Range: $25.74$ 27.93

    Benefits: Eligible if 30 hours a week
    Paid Holidays: Eligible if 20 hours a weekA comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options dental vision life accidental death and disability long term disability pension 403(b) HSA FSA and generous sick leave vacation and holidays.



Employment Type

Full Time

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