Extended Day Assistant (PT)

Diocese of St. Augustine ST. MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL EXTENDED DAY ASSISTANT FLSA: Part-Time Non-Exempt Primary Function: Under the direction of the school principal is responsible for the care and instruction of after school children. Work hours are Monday

• Friday from 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Shall recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. The employee may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church; Shall abide by Catholic principles in the employee’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.

Develop and Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities. Assist with supervision of parent helpers and compliance with safe environment and other school requirements. Assist with the 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.

Assist 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 Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting God's Children (PGC) class. For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, visit this site: https://info.flclearinghouse.com. 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 able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a school environment The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance High School Graduate or GED 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