Lower School Instructional Aide

Lower School Instructional Aide Santa Monica, CA Job Details $20 - $25 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Faculty collaboration High school diploma or GED Working with children Education Curriculum implementation Decision making Child Development Bachelor's degree in education Associate's degree Bachelor of Arts Teaching Entry level Full Job Description Saint Monica Preparatory is a coeducational, Catholic TK-12th grade school in the heart of Santa Monica, CA. The parish school is a ministry of the vibrant St. Monica Catholic Community located seven blocks from the ocean. SMPREP animates its three central pillars - inquisitive in scholarship, courageous in action, and anchored in solidarity - in the context of a loving, faithful community with an unwavering dedication to forming the whole student. Saint Monica Preparatory is seeking a lower school instructional aide for the 2026-2027 school year. SMPREP is dedicated to the academic, spiritual, and emotional development and growth of each student. Position Summary The successful applicant will: Support the lead teacher in implementing daily instruction, small-group learning, and classroom routines Foster a holistic, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment Assist in the integration of faith, values, and character development into the daily life of the classroom Promote effective collaboration and communication among faculty, students, and families Supervise students during recess and lunch, ensuring safety, engagement, and positive student interactions Demonstrate the ability to make thoughtful, informed decisions; and the ability to support teaching and learning in an environment that demands the integration of theory and practice in a Catholic school environment Requirements The minimum requirements are: Experience working with primary age children HS diploma In addition to the above, the preferred requirements are: AA degree in Child Development or a related field BA degree in a discipline of education Salary Range $20-$25/HR Application Process Please send the following to : A cover letter stating your interest to work as a teacher at

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complete resume An employment application can be found https://lacatholics.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/EmploymentApplication.pdf Wage Range The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.