Aide - Classroom

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is seeking a Classroom Aide to support teachers and foster a safe, nurturing learning environment that helps students grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

In a Catholic school setting, the aide will assist with instructional activities, supervise students, prepare materials, reinforce school rules, and model Catholic values while supporting the mission of the school for students, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in education or child development preferred.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a classroom team.
• Commitment to supporting Catholic identity, mission, and values of the school.
• Must complete required background checks and safety trainings.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with daily instructional activities and classroom routines.
• Support students individually or in small groups with academic tasks.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other activities.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming classroom environment.
• Assist students with daily routines and personal needs as needed.
• Encourage positive behavior, cooperation, respect, and responsibility.
• Help prepare materials, displays, and learning centers.
• Reinforce classroom rules and school policies under the teacher's direction.
• Provide additional support to students needing academic, behavioral, or social assistance.
• Communicate student concerns to the classroom teacher or school staff.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Support classroom prayer and faith-based activities as appropriate.

Skills

Patience

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Education/child development coursework preferred

Job description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Summary

The Classroom Aide supports the classroom teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and effective learning environment for students. The Classroom Aide assists with classroom instruction, student supervision, daily routines, and learning activities while helping students grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

In a Catholic school setting, the Classroom Aide is expected to model Christian values and support the Catholic identity and mission of the school through respectful, compassionate, and positive interactions with students, families, and staff.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with daily instructional activities and classroom routines.
• Support students individually or in small groups with academic assignments and learning activities.
• Provide supervision of students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other activities as assigned.
• Help maintain a safe, orderly, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Assist students with age-appropriate personal needs and daily routines as needed.
• Encourage positive behavior, cooperation, kindness, respect, and responsibility.
• Help prepare classroom materials, displays, learning centers, and activities.
• Assist with classroom organization, cleanliness, and maintaining supplies.
• Reinforce classroom rules and school policies under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Provide additional support to students who may need assistance with academic, behavioral, or social needs.
• Communicate student concerns or observations to the classroom teacher or appropriate school personnel.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Support classroom prayer, religious instruction, and other faith-based activities as appropriate.
• Model and promote Catholic values and the mission of the school.
• Work collaboratively and professionally with teachers, staff, students, and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or school administration.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or coursework in education or child development is preferred.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a classroom team.
• Patient, dependable, caring, and positive attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow directions and support the classroom teacher's instructional plans.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment.
• Commitment to supporting the Catholic identity, mission, and values of the school.
• Must complete required background checks, child-safety training, and other diocesan or school requirements.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation 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.