Aftercare Aide

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Saint Peters (MO); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks an Aftercare Aide to provide a safe, nurturing environment for students in the before- and after-school program. You will supervise, engage, help with homework, and encourage positive social interactions aligned with Catholic mission.

Responsibilities include planning activities, maintaining routines, communicating with families and staff, and ensuring a clean, organized space. Background checks and compliance are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with children in school, childcare, or youth program preferred.
• Must meet diocesan and school requirements for working with children and background screenings.

Responsabilités

• Supervise and monitor students during aftercare hours.
• Create a welcoming, nurturing environment reflecting Catholic values.
• Plan age-appropriate activities and assist with homework.
• Encourage positive social interactions and appropriate behavior.
• Maintain routines for check-in, dismissal, and transitions.
• Communicate with students, parents, teachers, and administration.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and properly store materials.
• Follow school safety policies and emergency procedures.
• Perform additional duties to support the aftercare program.

Connaissances

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Supervise children

Patience

Group management

Collaborative

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

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The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Aftercare Aide is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for students participating in the school's before- and/or after-school care program. This position supports the supervision, care, and engagement of students by providing age-appropriate activities, assisting with homework, and encouraging positive social interactions. The Aftercare Aide helps foster an environment that reflects the school's Catholic mission and values while ensuring students feel safe, respected, and supported.

Job Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor students to ensure their safety and well-being during aftercare hours.

Provide a welcoming, nurturing, and engaging environment that reflects Catholic values and promotes respect, kindness, and positive behavior.

Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities, including games, crafts, outdoor play, and other recreational opportunities.

Assist students with homework, reading, and other school-related activities as needed.

Encourage positive social interactions, cooperation, and appropriate behavior among students.

Maintain established routines and follow program guidelines for student check-in, dismissal, and transitions.

Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, teachers, and school administration.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment, including proper care of classroom materials, toys, and activity supplies.

Follow school policies and procedures regarding student supervision, safety, emergency response, and discipline.

Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall operation of the aftercare program.

Job Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Previous experience working with children in a school, childcare, or youth program setting preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to supervise and engage students of varying ages.

Patience, flexibility, and the ability to manage groups of children effectively.

Ability to create a positive, supportive, and structured environment.

Dependable, responsible, and attentive to student safety.

Ability to work collaboratively with school staff and families.

Additional Requirements: Must meet applicable diocesan and school requirements for working with children, including required background screenings and safe environment training.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.