Aide - Classroom

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a Classroom Aide to support the classroom teacher in a faith-centered learning environment. You will assist with instructional activities, supervision, and daily routines while promoting academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patience, and clear communication to meet diverse student needs in a Catholic education setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a classroom team.
• Strong communication, patience, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with daily instructional and classroom activities.
• Provide individual or small-group support to students as directed by the teacher.
• Help prepare classroom materials, learning activities, bulletin boards, and instructional resources.
• Supervise and assist students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, and other assigned activities.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and safe classroom environment.
• Assist students with age-appropriate academic, social, and organizational needs.
• Reinforce classroom expectations and school policies under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Provide support for students with varying learning needs as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, and other school routines as assigned.
• Support classroom prayer, religious activities, and the integration of Catholic values into the school day.
• Maintain student confidentiality and demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries.
• Communicate student concerns or observations to the classroom teacher or appropriate administrator.
• Work cooperatively with teachers, staff, parents, and school administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or principal.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Classroom Aide supports the classroom teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and faith-centered learning environment for students. The aide assists with classroom activities, student supervision, instructional support, and daily routines while helping promote the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development of students.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with daily instructional and classroom activities.
• Provide individual or small-group support to students as directed by the teacher.
• Help prepare classroom materials, learning activities, bulletin boards, and instructional resources.
• Supervise and assist students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, and other assigned activities.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and safe classroom environment.
• Assist students with age-appropriate academic, social, and organizational needs.
• Reinforce classroom expectations and school policies under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Provide support for students with varying learning needs as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, and other school routines as assigned.
• Support classroom prayer, religious activities, and the integration of Catholic values into the school day.
• Maintain student confidentiality and demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries.
• Communicate student concerns or observations to the classroom teacher or appropriate administrator.
• Work cooperatively with teachers, staff, parents, and school administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or principal.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or experience in education or child development preferred.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a classroom team.
• Strong communication, patience, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow directions and respond appropriately to student needs.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.
• Practicing Catholic preferred, depending on school and diocesan requirements.

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.