Preschool Assistant 2025-2026

POSITION TITLE: St. Ignatius Preschool Assistant

JOB SUMMARY: The Preschool Assistant serves in a preschool classroom as assistant to the

lead teacher.

REPORTS TO: School Principal

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Supports the mission and philosophy of St. Ignatius Catholic School through speaking,

acting, and instructing in a manner consistent with the teachings of the Catholic

Church. http://www.stignatiusmeridian.net/Mission-and-Philosophy

● Supports the academic design of the school with its strong emphasis on high

individualization and care for every student. http://www.stignatiusmeridian.net/curriculum

● Adheres to the Code of Conduct and to the policies and procedures of the school and

the Catholic Diocese of Boise.

● Desires to grow in a personal faith, and strives to model the teachings of Jesus in

attitude and example.

● Willingness to learn and incorporate aspects of Ignatian Spirituality into teaching

practices.

● Assists and participates in school faith activities such as Mass, prayer, retreats, and

service projects.

● Maintains professional, cooperative, and friendly relationships with students, parents,

visitors, and all staff.

● Establishes meaningful and appropriate relationships with students.

● Assists lead teacher with classroom communications, lessons, activities, and other

duties.

● Instructs students in both small and large groups as well as individual student needs as

they arise.

● Assumes the role of lead teacher in the absence of the teacher.

● Maintains professional confidentiality at all times.

● Assists in student supervision duties such as recess, lunch, drop-off and/or pick-up.

● Attends and participates in staff meetings, teacher collaboration times, and both

internal and outside professional development as requested.

● Contributes to a classroom environment where students feel welcome, loved and safe.

● Assists with maintaining a high-functioning classroom environment through effective

management and clear student expectations.

● Performs other duties as necessary to the position or as specified by the Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Completed Background Check with Idaho Stars or willing to obtain

● Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certified or willing to obtain

● Ability to utilize modern technology

● Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form

● Practicing Catholic or willing to uphold the teachings and traditions of the Catholic

Church

COMPENSATION:

● Determined by experience and qualifications