Special Education Teacher Assistant - St. Katherine's School / Our Lady of Confidence School

Teaching Assistant - Part Time   Permanent positions
 

St. Katherine School

930 Bowman Avenue                     211 Matsonford Road

Wynnewood, PA 19096                  Radnor, PA 19087

Our Lady of Confidence

314 Easton Road                           655 York Road

Willow Grove, PA 19090                Warminster, PA 18974

 TEACHING ASSISTANT

AOP Schools of Special Education serve students with intellectual and multiple disabilities. At St. Katherine School and Our Lady of Confidence we strive to develop the whole child- spiritually, academically, emotionally, and physically. The school exists to nurture children, continue the instruction of our Catholic faith, and promote independence in learning and life.

A teacher assistant should enjoy working with children and be committed to the philosophy and ideas of special education.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise independent activities with small groups
• Work with individual children to review and reinforce lessons
• Supervise the transition of small groups of children to different rooms or activities
• Assist in personal hygiene of students that may include toileting, washing, lifting and carrying
• Supervise lunchroom, outside activities, and field trips
• Check student work and assessments
• Help with student documentation
• Assist in preparing lessons

Working hours for assistants are 27.5 hours per week, 5.5 hours per day (inclusive of a 30 minute lunch) between the hours of 8 am – 3 pm, which varies by location.
 

Candidates interested in being considered for a position in the AOP Special Education Schools should send documentation along with resume to:

Dr. Danielle Heeney, Director of Special Education at  dheeney@archphila.org

PA required clearances, Safe Environment Certification and high school diploma or GED will be required before employment can begin.

US Work Authorization is required for employment.
 

As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings.  For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee’s failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions.  In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual’s legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese. 

Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources.  Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal.  Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Office of Catholic Education at 215-587-3700.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In keeping with Church teachings on social justice, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity.  This policy governs all aspects of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, benefits and access to training.

As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings.  For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee’s failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions.  In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual’s legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.