Part- Time Instructional Assistant, PreK (NE)(2026-2027)-St. John Catholic School, Westminster MD

St. John Catholic School in Westminster, Maryland, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic part-time PreK Instructional Assistant for the 2026-2027 academic school year. The Elementary School Instructional Assistant will provide support to teachers in the classroom setting. Responsibilities may include preparing classroom materials, assisting with student activities, and providing one-on-one support to students who may need additional help. The ideal candidate will be organized, collaborative, and committed to fostering a positive learning environment for young learners. This position will work 24 hours per week. 
 

Essential Functions

• Cultivate a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Prepare age-appropriate materials.
• Help organize and prepare resources for students.
• Help in integrating technology to effectively create a 21st-century learning environments within the classroom (ISTE Standards).
• Collaborating with other teachers, staff, students, and parents to support student progress.
• Responsible for the safety and active supervision of students at all times and for classroom management.
• Participate in all faculty meetings, retreats, school committees and in-service learning opportunities.
• Communicate professionally and in a timely manner with parents.

Position Qualifications

• Degree in Elementary Education and/or 90-hour childcare certification preferred.
• Experience in a Catholic School setting preferred.
• Must be an active practicing Catholic.

Pay Range:  $18.00 - $20.00, Hourly 

Benefits: 

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employee automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan.