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Instructional Assistants

All grade levels available

Part time  @ 7:45 am-1 pm  M-F

Temporary Position while the distance learning and protocols are in place 

$15/hr

St. Ignatius Parish School is a Catholic elementary school located at 3245 Arden Way.   

JOB SUMMARY: The instructional aide respects Catholic values and aids students in Christian formation by exemplifying Catholic/Jesuit living, both in and out of the classroom. The instructional aide is a paraprofessional hired to assist the classroom teacher by providing help in meeting individual student needs and creating the best possible learning environment. Mindful of the importance of student growth and achievement the aide assists the teacher in each student’s special progress or needs. Aides are to implement the school mission and philosophy, to follow the policies of the Diocese of Sacramento and in the staff and parent handbooks of St. Ignatius Parish School, and adhere to the directives set by school administration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The instructional aide assists in establishing a faith-filled environment, and facilitates learning for students under the  direction of  the classroom teacher.

General Responsibilities under the Direction of the Classroom Teacher:

As part of the educational ministry of the Diocese of Sacramento, participates in daily prayer and school liturgies 

Promotes student growth, achievement, and feeling of self-worth

Expertise or familiarity with technology, Zoom, a doc camera, and all related functions

Assists with individual and/or small group instruction by completing assigned tasks as directed by the teacher

Assists in cultivating an atmosphere conducive to learning

Assists in supervising the safety and well-being of each child as assigned

Exhibits flexibility in the day-to-day school environment 

Adheres to Code of Ethical Conduct 

Complies with all workplace policies contained in the Diocese of Sacramento Lay Personnel Handbook, including but not limited to, employee standards of conduct, policy against harassment, electronic communications policy, and social media policy

Completes background checks, Safe Environment training, and provides proof of a negative TB test prior to employment

Works cooperatively with all school personnel

Grading, filing, data processing, small group work, yard duty, etc……

Performs additional duties as requested by the principal 

 

Candidates must complete the pre-application and applicant questionnaire. The hired applicant will need to receive a fingerprint clearance from DOJ, provide a negative TB test,  complete the online Safe Environment Training, and Mandated Reporter Training. If interested, or you would like more information please contact our school principal, Patty Kochis.  

 

Contact Person:  Patty Kochis

Contact Person Email: pkochis@stignatiussacschool.org

School website:  www.stignatiussacschool.org

Posting Date:  9/16/20