Elementary Teaching Assistant - Part Time

Job Description

Aquinas Catholic Community School in Merrillville, Indiana is in search of an elementary teaching assistant who:

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of Aquinas Catholic Community School.
• Seeks to continue growing and sharing knowledge with others.
• Builds and maintains a positive rapport with students, staff and parents while supporting an engaging learning environment.
• Supports teachers by working with students in small groups, clerical work and helping manage student behavior in accordance with Catholic values.
• Monitors and manages lunch service and recess
• Performs all other assigned duties

The ideal Aquinas candidate is a faith-filled passionate individual who works hard to create an environment where students feel safe and inspired to be their very best.  As with all parish/school employees, this position is a ministry.  All we do is aligned to our mission and Catholic values.  We seek someone with a genuine love for children who is dedicated to ensuring students succeed.

Aquinas Educators Benefit From:

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Partial tuition scholarships for their children
• Emphasis on discipline responsibility and accountability:  ACCS experience few discipline issues 
• Strong parental support
• Opportunity to share faith and instill moral character in students
• A supportive team that works well together and supports one another

Job Qualifications

Experience preferred, however we are also willing to train eager applicants.