Classroom Teaching Assistant

Role summary

Classroom Teaching Assistant is a full-time role at Holy Family Catholic School in Austin, Texas, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-14. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

Classroom Teaching Assistant

Company

Holy Family Catholic School

Location

Austin, Texas, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Logistics & Warehousing

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-10-14

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Holy Family Catholic School is seeking a Classroom Teaching Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The Classroom Teaching Assistant fulfills the mission of the school by assisting the classroom teacher in planning, guiding, and evaluating the learning process of the students in the Catholic school for whom the teacher is responsible within the framework of the school’s philosophy, organization, and curriculum. The Classroom Teaching Assistant helps the teacher prepare instructional materials, assists with students, and supports learning activities that have been defined by the teacher. The position is hired and evaluated by the principal.

Ministerial Character

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. Pastors and school administrators serve as leaders of the schools to make Christ's mission present and enduring in the schools. In order to fulfill Christ's mission, the school leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, sharing with them Christ's mission and entrusting to them various responsibilities.

Positions employed in this School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church.

Requirements

Essential Duties

Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school

Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church

Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese

Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters

Communicates effectively with students, parents, and other professionals

Monitors and assists individual students in small instructional groups to support learning activities

Supervises students at lunch, recess, and in routine movement

Performs clerical tasks, prepares instructional materials and bulletin boards as indicated by the classroom teacher

Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration

Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits

Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff

Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy

Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning

Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs

Ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues in an instructional setting

Ability to follow directions and handle multiple tasks

Possesses proficient technology skills

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

None required

Certifications and Training:

Sufficient training to perform tasks assigned by the principal

Must submit an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Application for Ministry within the first week of employment, participate in an EIM Basic abuse prevention training workshop within 60 days of submitting a complete Application for Ministry, and maintain EIM compliance during the entire term of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church

Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form

Able to work well with others in the school community

Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously

Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process

Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format

Classroom Assistant Job Description

Skill in job appropriate technology

Skill in critical thinking and planning

Working Conditions

All employees of the school are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the principal in the exercise of the principal’s ministry and obligations to the school.

The school is an at-will employer.

Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.

Working on weekends, evenings, and some holidays may be required.

Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech including Christian prayer and Catholic liturgical celebrations. Staff meetings and other functions may open and close with Christian prayer.

Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.

All buildings and vehicles owned by the school are tobacco free.

May be required to use personal or school vehicles to drive to off-site locations.

Traveling within and outside the school to meetings and other events may be required, and travel may include overnight lodging.

Must maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to students, parents, colleagues, and administration.

Will be required to work in multiple educational settings.

Employee Certification

All employees must adhere to the Catholic Schools Standards of Conduct, the Diocese of Austin EIM policies, and the social, ethical, and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as interpreted by the Bishop of Austin. Texas is an “at-will” employment state. Letters of employment are not contracts, nor do they bind the employer or the employee to a predetermined time or guarantee of employment.