Preschool Classroom Aide: Nurturing Faith & Learning

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

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Preschool Classroom Aide for Christ the King Catholic School in St. Louis, MO. You will assist with daily preschool activities, support teachers, and nurture a faith-filled learning space that fosters growth, safety, and a love of learning.

You will contribute to a warm, inclusive classroom, reinforcing core values and developmental milestones while ensuring a positive, organized environment for young children and their families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Enjoyment of working with young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with teachers and staff.
• Dependable, patient, nurturing, flexible, and positive attitude.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to supporting Catholic education.
• Completion of Archdiocese of St. Louis Safe Environment requirements and background screenings.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily preschool program in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
• Help create a warm, welcoming, and engaging classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with children while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Assist with classroom activities, learning centers, and small-group instruction.
• Encourage curiosity, creativity, independence, and a love of learning.
• Support children's language, social, emotional, motor, and school-readiness development.
• Reinforce kindness, respect, responsibility, and positive behavior.
• Supervise students during activities, transitions, outdoor play, meals, and other routines.
• Assist children with self-care skills and classroom routines.
• Communicate student observations to the teacher.
• Participate in meetings, training, and professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Dependable

Patient

Nurturing

Flexible

Confidentiality

Catholic education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preschool experience

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Preschool Classroom Aide for Christ the King Catholic School in St. Louis, MO. You will assist with daily preschool activities, support teachers, and nurture a faith-filled learning space that fosters growth, safety, and a love of learning.

You will contribute to a warm, inclusive classroom, reinforcing core values and developmental milestones while ensuring a positive, organized environment for young children and their families.