Kindergarten Aide at Diocese of Austin in Bryan, TX

Apply Description Kindergarten Aide St. Joseph Catholic School — Bryan, Texas For 132 years, St. Joseph Catholic School has formed compassionate, confident, and capable students grounded in faith, excellence, and service. Rooted in our Catholic tradition and strengthened by a vibrant community, we are a place where each student is known, loved, and supported as they grow in mind, body, and spirit. In a world that continues to evolve, SJCS remains committed to developing disciples prepared to lead, serve, and thrive in the 21st century. We seek dynamic individuals inspired by this mission — educators and team members who will enrich the student experience, partner with dedicated families, and share in the faith, joy, and purpose that define the St. Joseph Catholic School community. Ministerial Character Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. School employees serve as collaborators in Christ’s mission and help extend the ministry of Catholic education. All employees are expected to support the mission of St. Joseph Catholic School, model Christian values, and contribute to a faith-filled learning environment. Position Overview St. Joseph Catholic School seeks a Kindergarten Aide who is nurturing, organized, and committed to supporting young learners in a Christ-centered environment. The Kindergarten Aide plays an important role in helping create a joyful, structured, and engaging classroom where students develop foundational academic, social, and faith-based skills. The ideal candidate is patient, flexible, collaborative, and enjoys working with young children while supporting the classroom teacher in daily instruction and classroom management. Key Responsibilities Student Support Assist the Kindergarten teacher with daily classroom instruction and activities Work with small groups and individual students to reinforce learning Support students in developing social, emotional, and behavioral skills Assist with transitions, routines, and classroom organization Help supervise students during recess, lunch, and other school activities Classroom & Instructional Support Prepare instructional materials and classroom resources Assist with hands-on learning activities and centers Help maintain a structured, organized, and welcoming classroom environment Support classroom management and student engagement Organization & Communication Assist with grading, filing, and record keeping as needed Support classroom organization and preparation for lessons Communicate effectively with the lead teacher and school staff Assist with communication materials for families as directed by the teacher Faith & Community Formation Model Christian values and positive behavior for students Support classroom prayer and faith formation activities Help foster a caring, respectful, and Christ-centered learning environment Participate in school Masses, prayer services, and community events Requirements Qualifications Experience working with young children preferred High school diploma required; college coursework in education preferred Strong communication and organizational skills Patient, nurturing, and positive demeanor Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff Commitment to supporting the mission of Catholic education Why Join St. Joseph Catholic School? Faith-centered community Supportive and collaborative faculty Meaningful work forming young learners Positive and joyful school culture Opportunity to make a lasting impact on students