Preschool Aide

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Florissant (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

All Saints Academy-St. Ferdinand, under the Archdiocese of St. Louis, seeks a Preschool Aide to support the Preschool Teacher in providing a safe, faith-centered, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

You will assist with activities, supervise students, and help promote social, emotional, physical, and spiritual development in alignment with Catholic values and school policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience working with preschool-age children in a school, childcare, or similar setting preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with young children in a caring, patient, and positive manner.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and sound judgment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, bending, lifting and active participation.
• Commitment to Catholic education and Safe Environment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Preschool Teacher with implementing daily activities and lesson plans.
• Support students through play, hands-on activities, and structured instruction.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming classroom environment.
• Supervise children during activities, recess, lunch, and events as assigned.
• Model respectful interactions aligned with Catholic values.
• Assist with personal care needs, snacks, and transitions.
• Prepare classroom materials and organize learning centers.
• Monitor student progress and report concerns to the teacher.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and families to support student success.
• Follow school policies, safety procedures, and background screening requirements.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Child engagement

Education

High school diploma

Early Childhood Education coursework

Job description

Job Summary

The Preschool Aide at All Saints Academy-St. Ferdinand location supports the Preschool Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, faith-centered, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. The Preschool Aide assists with classroom activities, supervises students, helps maintain daily routines, and promotes the social, emotional, physical, and spiritual development of each child in accordance with the mission and values of All Saints Academy-St. Ferdinand.

Job Description

• Assist the Preschool Teacher with implementing daily classroom activities and lesson plans.
• Support students in learning through play, hands‑on activities, and structured instruction.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom environment.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, recess, lunch, arrival, dismissal, and other school events as assigned.
• Encourage positive behavior and model respectful interactions consistent with Catholic values.
• Assist students with personal care needs as appropriate, including hygiene, snacks, and transitions throughout the day.
• Prepare and organize classroom materials, learning centers, and instructional resources.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and assist with routine housekeeping duties.
• Support the teacher in monitoring student progress and reporting concerns regarding student well‑being or development.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and families to support student success.
• Follow all school policies, safety procedures, and child protection requirements.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities as required.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience working with preschool‑age children in a school, childcare, or similar setting preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with young children in a caring, patient, and positive manner.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with supervising and assisting young children, including standing, bending, lifting, and active participation in classroom activities.
• Commitment to supporting the mission, values, and teachings of Catholic education.
• Must successfully complete all required background screening and Safe Environment requirements.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formationis 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.