Assistant, Education

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher to support a vibrant classroom environment. This role involves assisting in lesson planning, providing individualized support to students, and fostering a Christ-centered atmosphere that promotes academic and emotional growth. The ideal candidate will be a practicing Catholic who is passionate about education and committed to integrating faith-based principles into learning. Join a community that values collaboration, respect, and service, and enjoy a fulfilling career that prioritizes work/life balance and personal development.

Benefits

Flexible Working Times

Remote Working Options

Generous Paid Vacation

Personal Leaves of Absence

Volunteer Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; degree in education preferred.
• Practicing Catholic with knowledge of Catholic teachings.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher in creating a Christ-centered learning environment.
• Provide individualized support and assist in lesson implementation.
• Foster positive relationships to aid student development.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Educational Technology Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Tools

Educational Technology Tools

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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 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

St. Peter Kirkwood - Assistant Teacher, Primary

A Catholic Classroom Aide supports the classroom teacher in creating a Christ-centered, academically excellent learning environment that fosters the spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional growth of each student. The instructional aid will assist in implementing lesson plans, providing individualized support to students, and maintaining a classroom atmosphere aligned with the mission and vision of the school, as outlined by the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools (NSBECS).

Job Responsibilities

Faith Formation and Integration:

• Model and promote Catholic values in all interactions.
• Support integration of faith-based principles in classroom activities.
• Help create a respectful, inclusive environment reflecting Catholic teachings.
• Assist in liturgies, prayer services, and religious celebrations.
• Collaborate with the teacher to implement lesson plans and activities.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support for individual learning needs.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and maintaining organization.
• Support the use of technology to enhance learning.

Instructional Support:

• Collaborate with the teacher to implement lesson plans.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support for individual learning needs.
• Assist in preparing materials and maintaining classroom organization.
• Support technology integration in learning experiences.

Student Development:

• Foster positive relationships to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Monitor behavior and reinforce expectations for a Christ-centered environment.
• Assist with assessing progress and providing feedback to the teacher.

Classroom Management:

• Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom.
• Support the teacher with routines and transitions.
• Address minor conflicts and escalate issues as needed.

Community Engagement:

• Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in events, activities, and service projects promoting Catholic values.
• Serve as a role model of faith, service, and respect.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Familiarity with Catholic teachings and a commitment to faith-based education.
• Experience working with children in an educational or similar setting preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic proficiency in using educational technology and tools.

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.

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 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.