Faith-Focused Classroom Assistant

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

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a Classroom Aide for St. Louis Catholic Academy to provide instructional, clerical, and supervisory support to teachers in a faith-filled learning environment.

This role assists with classroom management, student engagement, and daily educational activities while upholding Catholic formation and academic excellence. Strong communication, organization, and confidentiality are essential, as is successful completion of required safety screenings.

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 support

Student supervision

Small-group instruction

Organization

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Education coursework preferred

Tools

None

Job description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a Classroom Aide for St. Louis Catholic Academy to provide instructional, clerical, and supervisory support to teachers in a faith-filled learning environment.

This role assists with classroom management, student engagement, and daily educational activities while upholding Catholic formation and academic excellence. Strong communication, organization, and confidentiality are essential, as is successful completion of required safety screenings.