Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is seeking an Instructional & Extended Care Aide. This position plays not only a crucial role in supporting the academic and spiritual development of students in grades K-8 in classrooms, but it also provides an appropriately safe, caring, and enriching environment for the students, PreK-8, enrolled in the extended-care program. The dual role will work under the guidance of the extended care program director as well as classroom teachers to help create a nurturing, inclusive, and effective learning environment in line with the Catholic faith and the school's mission. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities for both Instructional and Extended Care Roles:
-Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and instructional activities that align with the school's curriculum and Catholic teachings.
-Support individual and small groups of students to reinforce learning objectives and provide differentiated instruction.
-Help manage classroom behavior and maintain a positive, respectful, and orderly classroom environment.
-Prepare and organize instructional materials, supplies, and classroom resources.
-Provide one-on-one support to students who require additional assistance, including those with special needs, following Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) where applicable.
-Supervise students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, and other school functions, ensuring their safety and well-being.
-Foster a supportive and caring relationship with students, encouraging their social, emotional, and spiritual growth.
-Communicate effectively with teachers, students, and parents, as needed, to support student learning and well-being.
-Assist with maintaining student records, tracking progress, and documenting any concerns or achievements.
-Participate in school activities, events, and religious observances, modeling and promoting the values of the Catholic faith.
-Collaborate with faculty and staff to contribute to a positive school culture and community.
-Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance instructional skills and understanding of Catholic education.
-Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and workshops as required.
-Maintain an environment that promotes cooperation, learning, and enjoyment.
-Assists students with nightly homework and provides an environment of cooperative relationships within grade levels during outdoor play.
-Assists in overseeing student behavior in all environments after school
-Light cleaning
-Reports, during extended care time, to the Program Director
-Experience in classroom setting (i.e. paraprofessional, instructional aide, classroom teacher) or similar work experience
-High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree or higher in Education or a related field preferred
-Ability to manage large or small groups of children
-Supervisory and leadership skills
-CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (certification will be provided if needed)
-Background Check and VIRTUS course (Provided upon hire)
-Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time
-Ability to life and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds
-Capacity to engage in active supervision of students, both indoors and outdoors
Compensation: $19-$20 per hour. Any offered wage is determined based on internal equity, internal wage ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.
-This position is not eligible for benefits.
Start Date:
August 2026
Application Process:
-Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Dr. Mary Ticknor, Principal, at mticknor@lourdesvan.org
-Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
The Archdiocese of Seattle is one of 170 dioceses--or geographic areas of responsibility--of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States. The Archdiocese encompasses all of Western Washington, stretching from the Canadian to the Oregon border and from the Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. There are 169 parishes and missions in the Archdiocese, serving 548,900 Catholics.
