Full-Time Extended Care Aide

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a Catholic Classroom Aide to support teachers in creating a Christ-centered, academically excellent environment, fostering spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional growth in students.

You will help implement lesson plans, provide individualized support, and maintain a classroom aligned with NSBECS standards. The role emphasizes faith formation, liturgy support, classroom management, and collaboration with teachers; candidates should be practicing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree preferred.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Experience with children in educational settings preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Catholic teachings and faith-based education.

Responsibilities

• Faith Formation and Integration: Model Catholic values and support integration in activities.
• Instructional Support: Assist with lesson plans and provide 1:1 or small-group help.
• Student Development: Foster positive relationships and monitor behavior.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming space and support routines.
• Community Engagement: Build relationships with students, families and colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates or Bachelor's in education or related field preferred

Tools

Educational technology tools

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

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 elevate 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 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 screens deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.