Job Description:
The Academy of the Sacred Heart

Teaching Assistant for Primary (Kindergarten) Class
The Academy of the Sacred Heart, an independent, private, Catholic school in Saint Charles, MO, invites applications for a Kindergarten teaching assistant for the 2025-26 school year.  Ideal candidates should have experience working with young children.
The position may be part-time or full-time.

Mission Statement
Rooted in the spirituality of the Society of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (RSCJ) and in the evolving tradition of the Roman Catholic Church, the Academy continues to embrace an educational approach that values the integration of the physical, cognitive, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of our students.  From this perspective,
We educate and inspire the heart and mind of each child
to become a courageous and confident leader
who knows and loves God and who reveals that love by serving others.

Mission Expectation
Once hired, teachers and support staff are expected to familiarize themselves with and live the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education.

Other Professional Expectations:

• Have experience working in an elementary school environment.
• Support the lead teacher in instruction and daily responsibilities with the students.
• Demonstrate a sincere desire for working with young students.
• Possess the ability to nurture and support young students as they begin formal school.
• Possess effective classroom management skills.
• Collaborate and plan activities with the lead teacher.
• Work with small groups of students and one on one with students.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, administrators, and parents.
• Be a collaborative member of a highly professional learning community.
• Commit to ongoing professional development and growth as the position may require.

Application Process: 
Interested candidates should complete the online employment application via the Academy of the Sacred Heart-Saint Charles website.  As part of the application, please upload a resume, list of references and cover letter addressed to:
Mrs. Mary Reepmeyer, Principal, 619 N. Second Street, Saint Charles, MO 63301
Phone: 636-946-6127   Website: www.ash1818.org

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