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Diocese of Allentown · 1 week ago

Daily Substitute Aides, St. Jerome Regional School

Tamaqua, PA

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The Diocese of Allentown is seeking Substitute Aides for St. Jerome Regional School. The role involves assisting classroom teachers in evaluating student needs and providing instructional support to ensure educational progress.

EducationNon ProfitReligion

Responsibilities

Provide instructional reinforcement to students under the direction and guidance of the teacher

Assist the teacher in the preparation of instructional materials, supplies, copying, and decorating of bulletin boards

Perform classroom clerical duties that include, but are not limited to, emptying and filling folders, lunch, and milk counts, and handing out and collecting papers

Escort students to and from restrooms, special classes, recess, and lunch

Prepare and clean up after snack time

Assist in the supervision of students before and after each school day. This includes recess, lunch, and dismissal

Communicate all parental concerns and questions about a student's progress to the teacher; respect the confidentiality of all student information and refrain from discussing student information outside of the classroom

Attend the August In-Service and other in-service days and meetings as specified by the Principal

Interact with administrators, faculty, and staff on a respectful and professional level. Share in the general responsibilities necessary for an effective total education program

Follow all policies set forth by The Diocese of Allentown and St. Jerome Regional School

Any other duties as assigned by the Principal or Teacher

Qualification

Child development knowledgeChildrenWriting skillsEffective communicationPatienceInitiative

Required

High School Diploma

A minimum of 2 years of college or related coursework in child development

Previous experience working with children

An understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught

Initiative and the willingness to follow a teacher's direction

The ability to handle classroom situations with fairness and patience

Good writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and teachers

Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (at least 1 year old)

Attendance at a Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training