Kindergarten Instructional Assistant, St. Pius X, Mountlake Terrace

Archdiocese Of Seattle Catholic Schools

Job Location:

Mountlake Terrace, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Instructional Assistant / Teacher Aide

Date Posted:
10/3/2025

Location:
St. Pius X Mountlake Terrace

St. Pius X Catholic School is a diverse community providing a stellar academic education through Catholic discipleship and service.

St. Pius X Catholic Schools seeks an Instructional Assistant (Kindergarten) to join its team. This role will support the teacher specialists and students in Kindergarten. Instructional Assistants work with individual students as well as small groups and perform a variety of supplemental tasks throughout the school day. This position is approximately 25 hours per week from 8:15-1:15 Monday through Friday.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic student-centered individual eager to share their experience enthusiasm and expertise with students. They will have a strong knowledge of school settings with an emphasis on student support and literacy development. This candidate will appreciate and enjoy early elementary students and have a strong understanding of their learning and development.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist theKindergarten teacherto support students learning development and social-emotional growth.
Deliver individual and smallgroup instruction as directed by the Kindergarten teacher.
Foster a positive classroom community.
Carry out a variety of supplemental tasks including: creating classroom materials and supervising recess lunch and specialist classes.
Effectively partner and communicate with families colleagues and administration to appropriately challenge and support students.
Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and improve instructional strategies.
Regularly assess evaluate and provide feedback on student growth and development in literacy skills and mathematics.
Commit to the mission vision and values of St. Pius X Catholic School.

QUALIFICATIONS:

An Associate or a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Educationpreferred.
2 years of experience working with children aged five to eight in an educational setting.
Experience with differentiated instruction techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Appreciation and enjoyment of Kindergarten students and an understanding of their learning and development.
Ability to utilize effective classroom support strategies and positive relationship-building practices for young learners.
Ability to stand for long periods of time kneel and sit on the floor and be active with children.
Proficiency with instructional technology preferred.
Excellent communication skills for working with students families and faculty/staff.
Positive energy and enthusiasm for working in a Preschool through Eighth Grade faith-based independent school.
A commitment to ongoing professional growth and curiousity.

SALARY RANGE:
Salary range is $20.76 - $24 per hour/25 hours a week. This is not a benefit eligible position. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity internal salary ranges market data applicants skills and prior relevant experience degrees and certifications. Full time hours may be available depending on experience and interest.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please submit your cover letter and resume to the Principal Stephanie Hawk at

St. Pius X Catholic Schoolis an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our faculty and staff. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.

Position Type:Student Support Services/Instructional Assistant / Teacher AideDate Posted:10/3/2025Location:St. Pius X Mountlake TerraceSt. Pius X Catholic School is a diverse community providing a stellar academic education through Catholic discipleship and service. St. Pius X Catholic Schools seek...