Paraprofessional - 1st grade, 2025-26

Job Title: Paraprofessional (Teachers Aide)

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Part-Time

Location: St. Michael Academy Fernandina Beach

Description: This position is for a paraprofessional to work with first graders.

Primary Function: Under the direction of the school principal and supervision of a teacher is responsible for assisting the teacher in the care and instruction of children in a classroom setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking acting and providing instruction assistance consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; an instructional aide may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
Shall abide by Catholic principles in the individuals professional and private life and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
Help build the schools faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
Assist the classroom teacher with student supervision including assisting with lessons and field trip planning and related supervision
Assist with supervision of parent helpers and compliance with safe environment and other school requirements.
Assist with the school lunch program and playground supervision as necessary
Be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to help organize classroom learning and materials and field trips to motivate student learning.
Consistently and effectively assist in the evaluation of student progress.
Assist the teacher with a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image and motivate learning
Help to maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment
At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in all tasks assigned; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior
Perform other duties as assigned

Physical/Mental Requirements: Requires coordination and manual dexterity normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal classroom environment

Required Activities: Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; carrying; and keyboarding

Basic Qualifications
A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
Excellent communications skills written and verbal.
Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player
Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary
Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing; ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a school environment
The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check
Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance

Education and Experience
Bachelors degree preferred.