Preschool Educational Assistant

Aberdeen, SD
Full-time

15+ days
Job Category: Education and Training
Position type: Full-time
Job schedule: Day shift
Salary: 12.75 - 13.50
Location: 419 1st Ave. NE Aberdeen, SD

EMPLOYMENT TERM:    School year only - 9 months

 REPORTS TO:                    SonShine Patch Director and/or Principal

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications:  Must be 18 years of age, enjoy working with children, and must be able to meet state licensing requirements. Previous experience working with children is desired, but not required.

Other Requirements:   Commitment to the mission of the Aberdeen Catholic School System. Demonstrated interest and commitment toward the welfare of young people. Positive human relations skills toward both adults and children. Ability to supervise students in a variety of situations.

Physical Requirements:  This position requires physical dexterity, the ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, stoop, and sit on the floor/small chairs.  Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

  • Assist the teacher in day-to-day activities.
  • Must be reliable and arrive on time.
  • Must be flexible with schedules and work requirements.
  • Communicates rules to children in a positive, acceptable manner.
  • Develop relationships of mutual trust with co-workers and parents
  • Assist with daily light cleaning responsibilities 
  • Must be able to work with children of differing abilities and ages.
  • Perform routine supervisory duties such as lunchroom, playground, halls, and classroom.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the SonShine Patch Director and/or building Principal

Role and Responsibilities

  • Assist the teacher in day-to-day activities.
  • Must be reliable and arrive on time.
  • Must be flexible with schedules and work requirements.
  • Communicates rules to children in a positive, acceptable manner.
  • Develop relationships of mutual trust with co-workers and parents
  • Assist with daily light cleaning responsibilities
  • Must be able to work with children of differing abilities and ages.
  • Perform routine supervisory duties such as lunchroom, playground, halls, and classroom.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the SonShine Patch Director and/or building Principal

Knowledge and Experience

Commitment to the mission of the Aberdeen Catholic School System. Demonstrated interest and commitment toward the welfare of young people. Positive human relations skills toward both adults and children. Ability to supervise students in a variety of situations.

Required qualifications

Must be 18 years of age, enjoy working with children, and must be able to meet state licensing requirements. Previous experience working with children is desired, but not required.

Benefits

Medical insurance On the job training Paid family and medical leave Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan 401(k) matching

Aberdeen Catholic School System

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Michala Heller
6052262100

About Aberdeen Catholic School System

Mission Statement: “Instilling Catholic values and promoting academic excellence by nurturing mind, body and soul.”

Aberdeen Catholic School System is an accredited PreK-12 grade educational system that offers all the benefits of a larger school but with a small school atmosphere.  We meld together our Christian faith with an engaging curriculum.  Our students are taught by STEM certified teachers who use innovative techniques and technology to allow learning and collaboration.  We are a mission of the two parishes in Aberdeen and work with those families to not only help our students reach goals academically but to become lifelong missionary disciples. 

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Mission Statement: “Instilling Catholic values and promoting academic excellence by nurturing mind, body and soul.”

Aberdeen Catholic School System is an accredited PreK-12 grade educational system that offers all the benefits of a larger school but with a small school atmosphere.  We meld together our Christian faith with an engaging curriculum.  Our students are taught by STEM certified teachers who use innovative techniques and technology to allow learning and collaboration.  We are a mission of the two parishes in Aberdeen and work with those families to not only help our students reach goals academically but to become lifelong missionary disciples. 

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Michala Heller
6052262100

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Mission Statement: “Instilling Catholic values and promoting academic excellence by nurturing mind, body and soul.” Aberdeen Catholic School System is an accredited PreK-12 grade educational system that offers all the benefits of a larger school but with a small school atmosphere.  We meld together our Christian faith with an engaging curriculum.  Our students are taught by STEM certified teachers who use innovative techniques and technology to allow learning and collaboration.  We are a mission of the two pa...

Read full profile


Mission Statement: “Instilling Catholic values and promoting academic excellence by nurturing mind, body and soul.”

Aberdeen Catholic School System is an accredited PreK-12 grade educational system that offers all the benefits of a larger school but with a small school atmosphere.  We meld together our Christian faith with an engaging curriculum.  Our students are taught by STEM certified teachers who use innovative techniques and technology to allow learning and collaboration.  We are a mission of the two parishes in Aberdeen and work with those families to not only help our students reach goals academically but to become lifelong missionary disciples.