Aide - Preschool

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working times

Remote working options

Paid vacation

Personal leave

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Preschool Aide to support the lead teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for young children.

You will assist with activities, supervise students, and help with daily routines to foster growth. You will collaborate with staff, help with arrival/dismissal, snack time, and classroom setup, while following safety policies and reporting concerns.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience working with young children is preferred.
• Ability to pass background checks and complete child safety training (e.g., VIRTUS).
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with daily lesson plans and activities.
• Support small groups and individual learning as directed by the teacher.
• Help prepare learning materials and classroom centers.
• Help manage behavior using positive guidance and supervision.
• Assist with arrival and dismissal procedures and daily routines.
• Support with snacks/meals and classroom cleanup.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.
• Communicate respectfully with children, families, and staff.

Skills

Experience with young children

Teamwork

Communication

Classroom management

First Aid/CPR

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 Preschool Aide supports the lead teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for young children. This role involves assisting with classroom activities, supervising students, and helping with daily routines. The aide fosters a positive learning environment where children can grow socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically.

Job Responsibilities

Instructional Support:

Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and activities

Support small group and individual learning as directed by the teacher

Help prepare learning materials and set up classroom centers

Classroom Management & Supervision:

Help manage behavior using positive guidance and redirection techniques

Monitor the safety and well-being of all students at all times

Daily Routines & Care:

Assist with arrival and dismissal procedures

Help children with personal hygiene (e.g., handwashing, bathroom breaks, clean-up)

Serve snacks/meals and help with cleanup

Maintain a clean and organized classroom

Communication & Teamwork:

Work cooperatively with the lead teacher and other staff members

Maintain respectful communication with children, families, and staff

Report any concerns about students' behavior, health, or development to the teacher

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Experience working with young children in a school or daycare setting (preferred)

Ability to pass background checks and complete child safety training (e.g., VIRTUS)

CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

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.