2nd grade instructional assistant, St. John, Seattle

Grade 2 Instructional Assistant; job description
St. John school is a fully accredited PreK-Grade 8 school with over 540 students located in North Seattles Phinney Ridge neighborhood. Ideal candidates will have a minimum two years experience working with school age children preferably in a school environment be a team player and be a practicing Catholic. Duties include assisting the teacher in leading small group learning activities working one-to-one with students monitoring recess and lunch and providing general support to the primary grades. The schedule is Monday-Friday 7:45 AM-3:00 PM.

Mission Statement:
St. John School is a welcoming Catholic community committed to celebrating diversity and inspiring moral development academic excellence and the courage to act for the common good.

Educational Philosophy:
St. John aims to create a vibrant and inclusive community dedicated to educating the whole child. We are committed to empowering our students to excel academically while nurturing their spirit of service. By focusing on the holistic development of our students we strive to cultivate an environment where each child can grow thrive and reach their full potential.

Duties include (but arent limited to):
Assist and work collaboratively with second grade teacher
Support primary department teachers and assistants
Prepare materials projects assignments
Facilitate small groups/centers
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 and snack/lunch time
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 at start/end of day
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 self-starter
Flexible and adaptable
Calm and caring presence

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly Range: $26.38-$29.73 Any offered salary 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 week A 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.

Paid Holidays: Eligible if 20 hours a week

Email Abby Mansfield