Instructional Assistant, PreK3 (NE)(2026-2027)-St. Joan of Arc School, Aberdeen MD

St. Joan of Arc School in Aberdeen, Maryland is seeking a full‑time, qualified Instructional Assistant for our Pre‑K3 program for the 2026–2027 school year.

The Instructional Assistant, Elementary School supports classroom teachers in creating a positive, organized, and effective learning environment. Responsibilities include assisting with daily classroom activities, preparing instructional materials, helping with grading, and providing one‑on‑one support to students who may need additional guidance.

• Essential Functions
• Cultivate a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Prepare age-appropriate materials.
• Help organize and prepare resources for students.
• Help in integrating technology to effectively create a 21st-century learning environments within the classroom (ISTE Standards).
• Collaborating with other teachers, staff, students, and parents to support student progress.
• Responsible for the safety and active supervision of students at all times and for classroom management.
• Participate in all faculty meetings, retreats, school committees and in-service learning opportunities.
• Communicate professionally and in a timely manner with parents.

• Position Qualifications
• Degree in Elementary Education and/or 90-hour childcare certification preferred.
• Experience in a Catholic School setting preferred.
• Must be an active practicing Catholic.

Pay Range

$16.00 - $17.50, Hourly

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and personal leave.*
• Please click on the link below for more detailed information:

https://www.archbalt.org/human-resources/employee-benefits/employee-benefits/