Aide - Preschool

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 Preschool Aide supports the mission of St. Joseph Catholic School, Cottleville by providing a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled environment for preschool-aged children. This individual assists with the supervision, care, and enrichment of students in alignment with Catholic values and early childhood best practices.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage preschool students during extended care hours (before/after school).
• Support a Christ-centered atmosphere through words, actions, and modeling of Catholic values.
• Assist in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities, including play, crafts, snacks, and rest time.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment in accordance with school and state guidelines.
• Monitor and support students' emotional, social, and physical development.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with children, parents, and staff.
• Follow all school policies, procedures, and health/safety protocols.
• Support classroom teachers and staff as needed.
• Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or school setting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold professional boundaries.
• Commitment to the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Must pass background check and meet diocesan safe environment requirements.

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.


Our Mission

We are a unique community-diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Benefits

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better-and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That's why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you'll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we're working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews-we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.