2026-2027 Lower School, Kindergarten Teacher Assistant

Job Title: Lower School, Kindergarten Teacher AssistantDepartment: FacultyStatus: Exempt, Full-Time, 10-month EmployeeEffective: February 9, 2026Saint Patrick Catholic School is currently seeking (2) Lower School Teacher Assistants to nurture and support Kindergarten students in their personal and academic growth beginning August 2026 for the 2026 - 2027 academic year. OverviewFounded in 2005, Saint Patrick Catholic School (Norfolk, Virginia) is an independent Catholic school with an enrollment of approximately 400 students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight. Boasting a vibrant and accomplished team of educators, the school encourages students to develop a growth mindset while creating an educational framework focused on reinforcing six "pillars" of education that support the total formation of each student. Saint Patrick Catholic School is a Glasser Quality School. Mission StatementSaint Patrick Catholic School educates and nurtures the whole child - mind, body, and spirit to be a Christ-centered, compassionate, and courageous servant leader.Faculty ExpectationsModel faith and service to the communityUphold the vision of an authentically Catholic and warmly ecumenical schoolPromote a culture of respect for all members of the communityExhibit professionalism, positive relationships, and appropriate communication with all members of the communityCollaborate with faculty, staff, and students to establish servant leadership opportunitiesResponsibilitiesProvide support to the classroom teacher and students by reinforcing the teacher's instruction Understand child development and use this knowledge to maximize a child's experienceAssist in establishing and maintaining a safe, respectful, nurturing classroom environment in accordance with the school's guidelines that supports students in choosing responsible and respectful behaviors.Prepare materials for lessons and ensure classroom spaces are safe, positive, clean, and conducive to learningAssume full responsibility for supervising and instructing students in the teacher's absenceObserve and report student progress and special needs for individual students to the teacherBuild personal knowledge of child development and teaching methods and materials to support literacy Attend regular faculty and department meetings; participate in designated professional development activities; contribute to teamwork and positive morale Participate in faith formation experiencesPerform other duties as directed by the lead teacher and administration Comply with school policies and proceduresPreferred QualificationsAbility to communicate clearly and effectively, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to solve problems without sacrificing relationshipsMust be able to sit or stand for long periods of timeMust be able to lift at least 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, crouch, crawl, stoop, and runExperience with classroom management and working with digital technologiesEducation and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GEDPost graduation from an accredited college or university, with an interest in a teaching career, preferredA minimum of one year of experience working with children, preferably in an academic settingBenefitsCompetitive salaries based on experienceMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plansDisability and Life Insurance PlansRetirement plan with up to a 5% company matchLegal Resource and Accident PlansOn-campus parking Saint Patrick Catholic School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information

Created: 2026-04-02