Early Childhood Learning Center aide (full-time)

Early Childhood Learning Center Aide (Full-Time)

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: The Early Childhood Learning Center Aide supports the classroom teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, faith-centered, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. The aide assists with daily classroom activities, supervision, care routines, and implementation of the school's Catholic mission and values.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher with classroom instruction and learning activities
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, spiritual, and academic development
• Supervise students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, nap/rest time, and transitions
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment
• Prepare classroom materials, learning centers, and instructional supplies
• Assist with behavior guidance using positive and age-appropriate methods
• Model Christian values, kindness, respect, and Catholic teachings in daily interactions
• Support prayer time, religious activities, and participation in school liturgies or faith-based events
• Help children with personal care needs as appropriate, including toileting, handwashing, and snack/lunch routines
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters
• Communicate professionally with teachers, staff, and parents as directed
• Follow all diocesan, school, health, and safety policies and procedures
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in early childhood education preferred
• Experience working with young children preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to supervise and engage children in a caring and positive manner
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education
• Completion of required background checks and safe environment training

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