Full-time Bilingual Preschool Teacher's Aide (Instructional) - Pope Francis Global Academy - Chicago - Vic. IV

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The Bilingual Instructional Preschool Teacher Assistant plays a key and essential role and actively partners with the lead teacher to implement a language intensive curriculum, supports dual-language learners in both languages, daily routines, and
maintains a well-managed classroom that enhances each child’s experiences through nurturing, positive, and respectful interactions. The teacher assistant promotes and models Catholic values and supports the spiritual, emotional, and academic
development of each child actively fostering a sense of belonging, curiosity, and foundational skills for lifelong learning. The Bilingual Instructional Preschool Teacher Assistant works under the direct supervision of the lead teacher to provide instructional and cultural support in a Christ-like culture of joy and student-centered learning environment. This role assists the lead teacher in implementing early childhood initiatives related to growth and development among all domains: physical, emotional, social, and cognitive, including language acquisition.

Key Responsibilities:

Instructional Support and Expertise
Goal: To provide consistent, high-quality instructional and linguistic support that
nurtures dual-language development and social-emotional growth in a Christ-centered
environment.
Measurement: Success will be reflected in students’ progress toward developmental
milestones, increased language proficiency, classroom engagement, and positive
feedback from families and the lead teacher.

Communicates regularly with the lead teacher to clarify student learning goals,
behavior management needs, and other tasks.
Collaborate with the lead teacher to deliver standards-based instruction aligned
with early childhood developmental milestones.
Lead small-group and one-on-one learning activities that support literacy,
numeracy, and other content areas
Support skills and best practices, as modeled or directed by the lead teacher,
related to language development, and social-emotional learning.
Reinforce lesson objectives through scaffolded instruction in both English and
Spanish.
Utilize assessment tools to inform and adapt support for individual learners.
Integrate hands-on, inquiry-based learning practices that reflect best practices in
early education.
Assist the teacher with digital lesson planning, creating visual aids, and preparing
technology-enhanced learning materials.

Student Supervision & Safety
Goal: To consistently ensure a safe, respectful, and well-supervised learning environment
that supports the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of every child.
Measurement: Success will be reflected in incident-free supervision records, effective
transitions, observable student engagement, and positive feedback from the lead teacher
and families.
Shares the responsibility with the lead teacher to ensure the safety and
well-being of all preschoolers at all times (including safety and emergency drills)
Must be safety-conscious, uphold all early childhood rules for safety, sanitation,
and supervision
Promotes a respectful and nurturing environment through proactive guidance and
positive behavior strategies both indoors and outdoors.
Proactively supervises students during classroom activities and daily routines,
recess, snack/lunch, rest time, and all spaces where students occupy.
Manages smooth and safe transitions during arrival and dismissal.

Classroom Management and Organization

Goal: To help maintain an organized, inclusive, and faith-centered classroom that
nurtures each child’s development and supports effective teaching and learning.
Measurement: Success will be evident in student engagement, smooth classroom
routines, consistent visual and environmental upkeep, and alignment with Catholic
identity and early learning standards.

Promotes and models respectful, inclusive, and positive behaviors amongst
students fostering independence, responsibility, and community care.
Supports best practices and classroom management strategies by helping
children self-regulate and follow routines in a positive manner.
Applies developmentally appropriate redirecting techniques with prompts and
visual supports.
Proactively engages in maintaining a clean and organized classroom
environment by preparing, organizing, and sanitizing materials and learning
centers daily
Rotates learning materials to align with classroom themes established by the
lead teacher.
Supports the set up and clean-up of activities including decorating or changing
classroom/hallway displays.

Cultural and Language Support

Goal: To support a culturally inclusive and language-rich environment that affirms
students’ identities, promotes bilingual development, and fosters strong school-family
partnerships.
Measurement: Success will be observed through student language growth, classroom
inclusivity, consistent communication with Spanish-speaking families, and positive
feedback from both staff and families.

Actively supports the language intensive program by modeling inclusive
language and best practices that celebrate diversity and promote belonging for
all learners including incorporating the children’s home language and cultural
backgrounds into daily classroom experiences. Co-deliver engaging lessons in a
culturally responsive environment that motivate every student to feel seen and
valued.
Communicates effectively with students and families in both English and
Spanish.
Supports dual-language learners in vocabulary development, comprehension,
and oral language expression.
Serves as a liaison for Spanish-speaking families, including translating school
communications and participating in family events.

Family and Community Engagement
Goal: To build strong, trusting relationships with families by creating welcoming
interactions and providing effective support for family engagement opportunities.

Measurement: Success will be demonstrated through consistent, positive family
interactions, active participation in school events, and favorable feedback from families
and staff regarding communication and hospitality.
Promote relationship-building and a welcoming environment by warmly greeting
families during pick-up and drop-off.
Support communication (translations, logistics, welcoming) with families during
events like parent-teacher conferences or classroom celebrations.
Serve as a positive representative of the school community.

Professionalism and Collaboration

Goal: To embody professionalism through dependable communication, collaboration,
and conduct that reflects the school’s values and promotes a supportive and unified
work environment.
Measurement: Success will be reflected in consistent participation, positive team
feedback, responsiveness to feedback, professional conduct, and reliability in fulfilling
responsibilities.
Demonstrates a team-oriented attitude by communicating regularly and
effectively with the lead teacher and other team members.
Attend team and school meetings, training, and professional development
opportunities.
Receives and applies feedback and actively contribute to a positive team culture
Actively promotes a positive and supportive culture where negativity and divisive
behaviors are strongly rejected and differences are addressed professionally.
Maintains and respects all forms of communication and confidentiality.
Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and self-direction exercising good
judgement and decision making, and following through on commitments, tasks,
and assignments.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree and/or Bachelor’s
Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
Fluency in Spanish and English (speaking, reading, and writing).
Demonstrated instructional experience in a preschool or early childhood setting.
Proficiency with classroom technology and digital learning tools.
Strong commitment to Catholic education, child development, and inclusive
practices.

Personal Attributes

Patient and nurturing demonstrates warmth, empathy, and understanding while
welcoming, engaging, and having a mission-driven presence
Reliable and flexible: able to adapt to the changing needs of the classroom environment.
Student-centered: focused on developmentally appropriate and respectful interactions.
High ethical standards and demonstrates professional integrity
Ability to build rapport with families, faculty, and community partners.

Preferred Skills:

Working knowledge of early childhood curricula and child-centered pedagogy
Experience using educational apps and digital documentation tools
Culturally responsive and mission-driven.

Physical and Other Requirements

Must be able to move about the classroom and school campus to manage
   student supervision and classroom activities
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally (e.g., event supplies, materials).
Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed for school events, open
   houses, and advancement functions with a two week notice.
Communicate clearly in person and via phone or video calls.
Use of appropriate and professional attire.
Completion of a Professional Growth Monitoring and Evaluation Protocol

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to the
school principal. All hires are contingent upon successful completion of Archdiocesan
background checks and safe environment training.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.
This position has a salary range of $xx,xxx-xx,xxx or an hourly range of $x.xx - $x.xx. An
employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not
limited to: relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and
organizational needs.