Aide - Extended Care

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking an Aftercare Program Staff member to provide a safe, welcoming, and structured environment for students in our aftercare program.

You will supervise daily activities, assist with homework, and foster positive relationships, reflecting our mission and Catholic education values. Responsibilities include supervising students, engaging in educational and enrichment activities, maintaining safety and attendance, and coordinating with school staff and parents to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in education, child development, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive supervision of students throughout the aftercare program.
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and appropriate behavior of all students.
• Maintain attendance records and proper student dismissal procedures.
• Respond to student needs, injuries, or emergencies per school policies.
• Assist students with homework and encourage positive study habits.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate recreational, educational, and enrichment activities.
• Foster positive social interactions and respectful behavior among students.
• Promote a welcoming, inclusive, and caring environment for all participants.
• Prepare and serve snacks following health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe aftercare environment.
• Assist with setting up and cleaning activity areas and supplies.
• Follow established program schedules, routines, and school procedures.
• Communicate professionally with parents, staff, and administrators regarding student needs or concerns.
• Work collaboratively with aftercare staff to ensure smooth operation.
• Report incidents or safety issues promptly to the Aftercare Coordinator or Principal.
• Support the Catholic School Mission and model Christian values.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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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 Program Staff member is responsible for providing a safe, welcoming, and structured environment for students participating in the school's aftercare program. This position supports students' academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development by supervising daily activities, assisting with homework, fostering positive relationships, and ensuring a nurturing atmosphere that reflects the mission and values of Catholic education.

Job Responsibilities

Student Supervision & Safety

• Provide attentive supervision of students throughout the aftercare program.
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and appropriate behavior of all students.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and ensure proper student dismissal procedures.
• Respond appropriately to student needs, injuries, or emergencies in accordance with school policies.

Student Engagement

• Assist students with homework and encourage positive study habits.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate recreational, educational, and enrichment activities.
• Foster positive social interactions and encourage respectful behavior among students.
• Promote a welcoming, inclusive, and caring environment for all participants.

Program Operations

• Prepare and serve snacks following school health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe aftercare environment.
• Assist with setting up and cleaning activity areas and supplies.
• Follow established program schedules, routines, and school procedures.
• Communicate professionally with parents, school staff, and administrators regarding student needs or concerns.
• Work collaboratively with fellow aftercare staff and school personnel to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
• Report incidents, behavioral concerns, or safety issues promptly to the Aftercare Coordinator or Principal.

Catholic School Mission

• Support and uphold the mission, values, and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Model Christian values through respectful interactions with students, families, colleagues, and visitors.
• Contribute to a positive, faith-filled school environment.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in education, child development, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, camp, or recreational setting preferred.
• Ability to supervise and engage students in a positive and caring manner.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Dependable, patient, flexible, and able to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.

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.