Aide, Extended Care

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Villa Ridge (MO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking an Extended Care Aide to supervise students in a safe, faith-centered environment before and after school. You will support activities, maintain safety, and uphold Catholic values.

Responsibilities include monitoring students, helping with homework and games, enforcing rules, and communicating with families as needed. The role requires a high school diploma and a commitment to your Catholic faith.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; experience with children preferred.
• Commitment to Catholic values and safe environment training preferred.
• Background check completed as required by dioceses.

Responsibilities

• Monitor students during extended care hours before/after school.
• Organize homework time, games, arts and crafts.
• Enforce school rules and model Christian behavior.
• Lead prayer or participate in faith-based activities when appropriate.
• Communicate incidents or concerns to supervisors and parents as needed.
• Maintain safe and organized care areas.

Skills

Child supervision

Classroom observation

Communication with parents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in education or child development

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 Extended Care Aide supervises students in a safe, structured, and faith-centered environment before and/or after school. The aide helps implement activities, ensures student safety, and supports the Catholic mission of the school.

Job Responsibilities

Student Supervision

• Monitor students during extended care hours (before/after school)
• Ensure safety at all times (indoors, outdoors, playground, cafeteria)
• Maintain appropriate student-to-staff ratios
• Track attendance and authorized pickups

Activity Support

• Organize and assist with:

• Homework time

• Games and recreational activities

• Arts and crafts

• Encourage positive social interaction and inclusion

Behavior Management

• Enforce school rules and discipline policies
• Model respectful, Christian behavior
• Address minor behavioral issues and report concerns to the coordinator

Faith-Based Environment

• Support Catholic values and teachings in daily interactions
• Lead or participate in prayer when appropriate
• Serve as a positive moral role model

Communication

• Communicate with parents at pickup (as needed)
• Report incidents, injuries, or concerns to supervisors
• Work collaboratively with teachers and extended care staff

Health & Safety

• Follow emergency procedures and safety protocols
• Administer basic first aid (if trained)
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the care area

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (some schools prefer college coursework in education or child development)
• Experience working with children (preferred)
• Commitment to Catholic values (practicing Catholic may be preferred or required)
• Background check and safe environment training (often required by dioceses)

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.