Teacher Assistant - Our Lady of Confidence School - Schools of Special Education

TEACHING ASSISTANT – Opportunities for 2026-27 School Year

Archdiocese of Philadelphia Schools of Special Education

Our Lady of Confidence School

Main Campus 314 Easton Road, Willow Grove, PA 19090

Upper Campus 655 York Road, Warminster, PA 18974

Main Office: 215-657-9311

Our Lady of Confidence School is a special education school that serves students with intellectual and multiple disabilities. The Main Campus is located in Willow Grove, PA.

The Warminster Campus is our high school program located within Archbishop Wood High School.

A teacher assistant should enjoy working with students and be committed to the philosophy and ideas of special education.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Supervise independent activities with small groups

· Work with individual students to review and reinforce lessons

· Supervise the transition of small groups of children to different rooms or activities

· Supervise lunchroom, outside activities, and field trips

· Assist students with personal care items, hygiene, toileting

· Work closely with other staff and therapists

· Help with student documentation

Working hours for assistants start promptly at 9:00 am and end at 2:00 pm and include one half hour lunch.

Candidates interested in this position should submit their cover letter and resume with proof of high school graduation or GED to:

Principal, Jennifer Marchesano at jmarchesano@ourladyofconfidence.org

Please note Teacher Assistant Application in subject line.

US Work authorization is required.

PA required clearances, Safe Environment Training and proof of education will be required before employment can begin.

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and its entities are Roman Catholic religious organizations, and their employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings and moral of the Roman Catholic Church.

As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee’s failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions. In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual’s legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.

Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Office of Catholic Education at 215-587-3700.