Aftercare Supervisor

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is looking for an Aftercare Supervisor to oversee the aftercare program in St. Louis, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for students during after-school hours. The ideal candidate will manage aftercare staff, support student well-being, and maintain program quality.

This role requires strong organizational skills, previous experience with children, and the ability to remain calm and solution-oriented. A high school diploma is mandatory, while further qualifications are preferred.

Join a respectful workplace that values diversity and encourages a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, daycare, or camp setting.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and solution-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily aftercare operations ensuring safety.
• Oversee and support Aftercare Workers.
• Assist with planning and organizing activities.

Skills

Group management

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Calmness under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

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 Supervisor oversees the school’s aftercare program, ensuring a safe, structured, and engaging environment for students during after-school hours. This leadership role is responsible for supervising aftercare staff, supporting student well-being, maintaining program quality, and serving as the primary point of contact for families and school administration. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, patient, and passionate about working with children while guiding a team to deliver high-quality care.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise daily aftercare operations and ensure a safe, structured environment for students
• Oversee and support Aftercare Workers during program hours
• Ensure proper supervision of all students and maintain appropriate staff-to-student ratios
• Address behavioral or safety concerns and communicate incidents to school leadership
• Assist with planning and organizing age-appropriate activities
• Maintain attendance records and ensure accurate documentation
• Communicate with parents regarding routine matters and student needs
• Step in to support classrooms or cover staff as needed
• Ensure clean-up, snack time, and daily transitions run smoothly

Job Requirements

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, or related field preferred
• Previous experience working with children in a school, daycare, or camp setting required
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Strong group management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and solution-oriented
• CPR/First Aid certification

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.