Preschool Teacher’s Aide

St. Jerome School | Preschool & Before School Care

We are excited to welcome a new member to our preschool team! This position will work primarily with our 3-year-old preschool students, helping create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. The individual will also spend some time supporting our school-age children in before school care.

Position Details

• Hours: 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
• Schedule: Some flexibility available
• Employment: Year-round position, including opportunities to work with our summer programs.
• Hourly Rate: $17.50–$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Benefits & Opportunities

• Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance
• Insurance benefits to support your health and well-being
• 403(b) retirement contributions to help you plan for the future
• Paid holidays throughout the year
• Educational scholarship opportunities to support continued education and professional growth
• Hands-on experience in early childhood education within a collaborative, supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and their families

Position Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the director and classroom teacher, the Preschool Teacher’s Aide will:

• Support the mission and goals of Catholic education.
• Collaborate as a positive, contributing member of the preschool and childcare team.
• Assist the classroom teacher in creating a developmentally appropriate, engaging, and supportive learning environment.
• Help meet the individual learning, developmental, and social-emotional needs of each student.
• Assist in observing and documenting student learning and progress.
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the broader school community.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and opportunities for growth.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the classroom teacher, director, or principal.

We look forward to welcoming someone who enjoys working with young children, values teamwork, and is excited to contribute to a caring and faith-filled school community.

• Meets Essential 3 requirements of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis (Virtus Training, Background Check, Code of Conduct)
• Complies with the requirements specified by the Minnesota Department of Health and Human Services (Rule 3) for a preschool aide
• Experience working with children is required
• CPR and First Aid certified within 90 days of hire
• Demonstrated skills and interests in this type of profession
• Preference given to Catholic teacher’s aides and active parishioners

Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and three references to Grace Zappa: gzappa@stjeromeschool.org

Thank you!