Paraprofessional, 2026-27

ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ST. AUGUSTINE
ST. PATRICK INTERPARISH SCHOOL
 PARAPROFESSIONAL 
 
FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Primary Function:  Under the direction of the school principal and supervision of a teacher, is responsible for assisting the teacher in the care and instruction of children in a classroom setting.          

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and providing instruction assistance consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; an instructional aide may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
* Shall abide by Catholic principles in the individual’s professional and private life, and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.  
*  Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
* Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
* Assist the classroom teacher with student supervision including assisting with lessons and field trip planning and related supervision
* Assist with supervision of parent helpers and compliance with safe environment and other school requirements.
* Assist with the school lunch program and playground supervision as necessary   
* Be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to help organize classroom learning and materials and field trips to motivate student learning.
* Consistently and effectively assist in the evaluation of student progress.
* Assist the teacher with a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image, and motivate learning
* Help to maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment
* At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in all tasks assigned; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior  
* Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications
* A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
* Excellent communications skills, written and verbal.
* Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player
* Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary
* Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
* Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing; ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
* Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a school environment
* Must successfully pass the required criminal background check prior to employment and every five years; must complete Protecting God’s Children (PGC) workshop prior to employment.  For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com [https://info.flclearinghouse.com/]. 
* Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance
* Associate’s degree preferred 

 
 Physical/Mental Requirements:  Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal classroom environment 

Required Activities:  Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; carrying; and keyboarding