Instructional Aide K-4

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

Job summary

Archdiocese of St. Louis is looking for an Instructional Aide at Immaculate Conception Catholic School in Dardenne Prairie, Missouri. This position involves supporting teachers in classroom instruction, actively monitoring student learning, and supervising children during lunch and recess. Candidates should have experience working with children and strong supervisory and communication skills. The role is part-time, aligned with the school year, and requires a commitment to the mission of the Catholic education community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or parish setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependability, punctuality, and a commitment to maintaining a safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in the instruction of students.
• Monitor student learning and assist as needed.
• Supervise students during lunch and recess.

Skills

Supervision skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Job description

Job Summary

The Mission of Immaculate Conception of Dardenne Catholic School is empowering students, through love and virtue, to develop their Catholic faith, their intellect, and a community of one Spirit in Christ Jesus.

Founded in 1880, Immaculate Conception Parish School and Preschool serves over 480 families and 820 students. The school has over 100 staff members including administration, office staff, classroom teachers, resource teachers, special area class teachers, teacher aides, and support staff. Immaculate Conception School fosters a “community of one Spirit in Christ Jesus”, dedicated to serving the mission of Catholic education in the Archdiocese of St. Louis and the needs of its families.

An Instructional Aide provides direct student support within the classrooms of ICD School. This position reports to the Associate Principal of the Lower School.

• This is a school year position
• The position is non-exempt
• Catholic preferred
• Preferred: Experience working in an educational setting

Job Responsibilities

Mission

Actively engage in living the mission of Immaculate Conception Catholic School, as a member of “a community of one Spirit in Christ Jesus.”

Live the mission of the Catholic church in daily life, as defined by the Christian Witness statement and the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Primary Functions

Assist the classroom teacher in the instruction of students.

Actively monitor student learning and assist students when needed.

Work with small groups or individual students as directed by the teacher.

Assist, monitor, and guide students to pay attention, participate in activities, and complete tasks.

Assist in implementing behavior management plans as designed and directed by the CARE Team process.

Attend special area classes for grades K-3.

Secondary Functions

Assist the classroom teacher with filing, grading, paperwork, bulletin boards, and preparation of materials for class activities.

Additional Responsibilities

Supervise students during lunch and recess.

Cover other classes as directed by the administration.

Job Requirements

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or parish setting preferred.
• Ability to supervise groups of children with patience, consistency, and attentiveness.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependability, punctuality, and a commitment to maintaining a safe environment.

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.