Our Lady Of Loreto is hiring: Teacher Aide in Aurora

Description:

Location:

Our Lady of Loreto School
18000 East Arapahoe Rd.
Foxfield, CO 80016

Position Summary: 20 hours per week

The Teacher Aide is a qualified individual who meets the requirements to work in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Denver. The teacher aide is hired by and directly accountable to the principal. The aide is expected to abide by the policies and procedures of the local school, the Archdiocese of Denver, and the Office of Catholic Schools. The teacher aide cooperates with the teacher, principal and staff in providing an environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic education and helps build a Catholic culture in the school, ordered towards discipleship.

Essential Job Functions (Responsibilities):

· Teach and act in accordance with doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church.

· Know, teach, and act consistently in accordance with the mission, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Catholic school.

· Work collaboratively with the lead teachers to utilize a multi-sensory approach to keep students motivated and on task.

· May work one on one with students with exceptional needs.

· Assist teachers with preparing classroom and lesson supplies

· Supervise students in the lunchroom and on the playground

· Make copies and perform administrative duties as needed.

· Provides in-classroom support for all students in an inclusive classroom.

· Obtain and maintain required training, certification and/or credentialing as needed.

· Participate in all Archdiocese of Denver in-service and training programs as needed.

· Attend all required faculty and staff meetings, unless exempted or excused by principal.

· Maintain a safe, orderly, and secure learning and work environment.

· Participate in annual performance review based upon the implementation of the essential duties of the teacher aide.

· Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters.

· Follows established procedures to ensure the safety and welfare of students.

· Follows a schedule for the purpose of providing efficient and effective student services.

Requirements:

Competencies and Qualifications:

· Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043)

· Refrain from promotion or approval of, or the living out of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals.

· Effective listening and verbal communication skills.

· Must work cooperatively with school staff and administration.

· Sound judgment and decision-making skills.

· Knowledge of and willingness to implement safety and emergency procedures.

Education and Experience:

· Requires a minimum of a High School Diploma.

· Requires appropriate training, certification and/or credentialing as necessitated by school and student needs.

· Compliance with Safe Environment requirements.

Physical Requirements:

· Requires lifting up to 40 pounds and carrying up to 40 pounds.

· Ability to execute appropriate safety and emergency procedures, including leading evacuations and providing basic first aid.

Hours:

· Required workdays may be flexible and mutually agreed upon.

Start Date:

· August 11, 2025