Preschool Afternoon Aide 11:30-3:30

Looking to work alongside a dynamic teacher and team of Early Childhood educators? You found the right place!

Ave Maria Academy is hiring a joyful, Catholic preschool afternoon aide for the 2026-2027 school year. The hours for this part-time position are 11:30 - 3:30 pm, M-F when school is in session.

The Preschool Afternoon Aide works closely with the lead teacher to provide a caring and nurturing learning environment rooted in the Catholic faith. This role is essential in creating a classroom atmosphere that is conducive to excellent learning. The aide also supports the classroom by ensuring materials are prepared and ready for lessons each day. If you are ready to join a community of Catholic educators with zeal for our faith, we encourage you to apply below. We are excited to share our mission with you!

Benefits include:

• Paid time off accrued in accordance with Minnesota law
• 25% off student tuition — a place for your whole family
• $200 annual professional dress stipend

Ave Maria Academy is a Catholic school educating students in pre-kindergarten through 8th grade in Maple Grove, MN. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, Ave Maria Academy forms young minds, hearts, and souls through a commitment to clear thinking, academic achievement, character formation, prayer, and service. In an encouraging and safe environment transformed by faith, reason, and virtue, each child’s unique and God-given talents are nurtured through mastery of a rigorous curriculum and active participation in the Catholic faith.

• High school diploma, Bachelors degree preferred
• Experience working with young children in a school environment
• CPR certified preferred
• Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
• Be a practicing Catholic
• An understanding of, commitment to, and passion for the mission of Catholic education as defined by the Church.
• Meet and comply with all OPCY requirements.

Candidates may submit a resume, cover letter, and at least 2 references to Mrs. Lisa Noetzel, Executive Assistant, at frontdesk@avemariaacademy.org. The cover letter should include  why the candidate would like to work with children of this age and why they would like to work in a Catholic school. This position will remain open until filled.