to top

Educational Assistant/Before and After School Coordinator

Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools

Sioux Falls, SD US

Posted/Updated: 3 days ago

Job Description

Become an Educational Assistant and Before & After School Coordinator at St. Lambert Elementary School for the 2025-2026 school year! Help us nurture the growth of our students during and after school bell rings!

Our Mission desires “to form a community of faith and learning by promoting a Catholic way of life through Gospel values and academic excellence.” We are seeking an individual who will exhibit the Core Values of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence and Integrity and create an environment of trust.

Location/Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 11:30a-6:00p

St. Lambert Elementary School

Responsibilities:

  • Promote the mission of Bishop OGorman Catholic School, ensuring a positive and supportive safe environment for all students
  • Ensure safety and well-being of children in the before and after school care program, maintaining a secure environment at all times
  • Maintain accurate daily attendance records for students and provide necessary documents to central office when required
  • Organize and implement engaging daily activities for children 3-12, aligned with age-appropriate developmental goals
  • Communicate regularly with parents regarding events, snacks, and schedules, including distributing a monthly calendar of activities
  • Collaborate with the Principal, HR Director, and other coordinators to review procedures, lesson plans, inventory, and ensure adherence to policies, training, and child development practices
  • Work with individual students and small groups on academic skills, study habits, and enrichment
  • Track student progress, administer make-up tests, develop curriculum, and design technology-integrated lessons to enhance learning
  • Assist with student supervision (lunch, recess, walking schedules), attend academic meetings, participate in school events like parent conferences, and perform additional duties as needed

Qualifications:

  • Coordinator must meet one of the following requirements per SD DSS licensing rules:
    • 1.Have a bachelor’s degree in a field of education or human development
    • 2. Have a two-year degree in early childhood education
    • 3. Have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential, as determined by the department
    • 4. Hold certification in a specific child learning philosophy and have at least one year of experience in a child care setting
    • 5. Have a child development technician diploma
    • 6. Have four years of experience in a center or school age program
  • Exhibit the core values of Bishop OGorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity
  • Self-starter
  • High Energy
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Experience: Previous child care experience preferred
  • Special Skills: Strong interpersonal skills are beneficial. Must be adept at caring for children typically aged 3 to 12 years.
  • Mental Abilities: Must be able to comprehend policies, procedures and guidelines
  • Dexterity: Mobility required
  • Adapts well to a variety of tasks
  • May be exposed to infectious disease, blood and body fluids and occasionally to odors and dusts
  • Planning and organizational skills
  • Problem solving and decision-making ability
  • Child friendly personality

Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools is a Preschool-12 grade school system. Our six elementary schools, junior high, and high school exemplify Gospel values, strong student achievement, and community service. Apply today to be considered for this position.

Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools
3100 W 41st Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57105