Started in 2003, La Salle Academy (LSA) is a small, independent, Catholic grade school, educating children grades 3rd through 8th, that exclusively serves children from low-income families from across Philadelphia. Run in the tradition of the Christian Brothers and the Sisters of St. Joseph, La Salle is a San Miguel model school dedicated to achieving children’s success academically and spiritually in a supportive, faith-based learning environment.
La Salle Academy’s unique benefits include:
Small Classes: 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Extended School Day/School Year
On-site nurse and social worker
Catholic High School scholarships available for LSA graduates
We are now seeking a full-time School Support Staff member to join our team and support our school’s mission of educating the whole child and acknowledging the potential in every individual. LSA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance and a 403b retirement plan. LSA is an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
The School Support Staff is an important part of the LSA Academic Team. This position will report to the Principal and will perform a combination of the following duties for grades Third through Eighth on an as needed basis:
Classroom Substitute Teacher
Classroom Aide: Assist teacher by prepping classroom for lessons
Ensuring an orderly and safe learning environment for all children
Supervising group activities, events and outings; chaperoning field trips
Work with individual or small groups of students
Lunch/Recess Monitor
Assistant to the Art Teacher
Library Aide
Extended Day monitor: provide homework assistance and facilitate extra-curricular enrichment activities
Front office receptionist and building access monitor
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Strong classroom management skills
Organized, well-prepared
Flexible, Team player
Good communication skills
Understanding and sensitive to children’s needs
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Commitment to the La Salle Academy mission
Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Education preferred
All required criminal background checks, including but not limited to Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Clearance
Prior teaching or experience working with children preferred
Bilingual in Spanish/English a plus
References
Please email resume, references and letter of interest to email indicated.