Classroom Aide

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote work options

Generous vacation

Volunteer events

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a Classroom Aide for St. Louis Catholic Academy to support teachers, reinforce learning objectives, and foster a faith-filled classroom environment.

You will assist with daily lessons, manage materials, and help students across age groups while upholding Catholic teachings. Responsibilities include small-group instruction, supervision during transitions and activities, and clerical tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree or college coursework in education preferred.
• Previous experience working with children in a school, daycare, tutoring, or youth program setting preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying ages and abilities.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow teacher direction while working independently when needed.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Successful completion of background screening and Safe Environment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with the implementation of daily classroom lessons and activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support to students to reinforce learning objectives.
• Help prepare instructional materials, classroom displays, and educational resources.
• Monitor student behavior and assist with maintaining a positive, respectful classroom environment.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, field trips, and other assigned times.
• Support students with academic tasks, assignments, and organizational skills.
• Assist with grading, recordkeeping, filing, copying, and other clerical duties as directed.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Encourage student participation, engagement, and appropriate social interactions.
• Communicate student concerns and progress observations to the classroom teacher.
• Support students with special needs or accommodations as directed by the teacher and administration.
• Model Christian values and promote the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required Safe Environment training.

Skills

Classroom supervision

Small-group instruction

Organization

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Catholic education knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

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

TheClassroom Aide at St. Louis Catholic Academy provides instructional, clerical, and supervisory support to teachers in fostering a positive, faith-filled learning environment. This role assists with classroom management, student engagement, and daily educational activities while supporting the school's mission of academic excellence and Catholic formation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with the implementation of daily classroom lessons and activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support to students to reinforce learning objectives.
• Help prepare instructional materials, classroom displays, and educational resources.
• Monitor student behavior and assist with maintaining a positive, respectful classroom environment.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, field trips, and other assigned times.
• Support students with academic tasks, assignments, and organizational skills.
• Assist with grading, recordkeeping, filing, copying, and other clerical duties as directed.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Encourage student participation, engagement, and appropriate social interactions.
• Communicate student concerns and progress observations to the classroom teacher.
• Support students with special needs or accommodations as directed by the teacher and administration.
• Model Christian values and promote the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required Safe Environment training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree or college coursework in education preferred.
• Previous experience working with children in a school, daycare, tutoring, or youth program setting preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying ages and abilities.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow teacher direction while working independently when needed.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Successful completion of background screening and Safe Environment requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Classroom support and student supervision
• Small-group instruction and academic assistance
• Classroom management and behavior support
• Communication and relationship-building skills
• Organization and attention to detail
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Adaptability and problem-solving
• Commitment to Catholic education and student development

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.