Assistant, Education

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Clement of Rome Catholic School seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support early elementary students in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will collaborate with teachers to enhance students' academic and behavioral growth while upholding the school's Catholic values. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of young learners and the local community.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational or childcare setting preferred.
• Enthusiastic, patient, and compassionate demeanor.
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Support daily instruction and classroom routines.
• Provide academic and behavioral support to students.
• Monitor students during lunch and transitions.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Compassion

Education

Experience working with young children

Job description

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St. Clement of Rome Catholic School is seeking a faith-filled, caring, and experienced Teacher Assistant to support early elementary classrooms (PK3–Kindergarten) in our vibrant PK–8 parish school community. This individual will work in close partnership with the classroom teacher to support students’ academic progress, organizational development, and positive behavior, while upholding the Catholic values and mission of the school.

Job Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the classroom teacher to support daily instruction and classroom routines.

Provide academic and behavioral support to individual students and small groups.

Monitor and supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions.

Assist in escorting students to and supervising during specials classes (e.g., art, music, P.E.).

Prepare, organize, and clean up classroom materials and activities as directed.

Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.

Serve as a role model by promoting kindness, respect, and Catholic values in all interactions.

Communicate effectively with students, teachers, and staff to ensure a supportive learning environment.

Job Requirements

Experience working with young children in an educational or childcare setting preferred

Enthusiastic, patient, and compassionate, with a positive and professional demeanor

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to follow direction and work as a team player with classroom teachers and school staff

Practicing Catholic preferred; must support the mission of Catholic education

Must meet all Safe Environment requirements as set forth by the Archdiocese of St. Louis

At the Archdiocese of St. Louis, we believe that every job is a potential pathway to purpose. Join a community where your skills and passion align with a greater mission, where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful difference for the Catholic faithful – and for the greater community – in St. Louis and 10 surrounding Missouri counties.