Aide, Extended Care

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

Holy Infant Catholic School is seeking caring, faith-filled, and enthusiastic caregivers for Clover Care, the school's after-school care program. The Extended Care Caregiver provides supervision and support for students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 8 in a safe, nurturing, and faith-centered environment that reflects the mission and values of Catholic education.

This position is an excellent opportunity for college students, retirees, or individuals who enjoy working with children in a positive and supportive school setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 8 during after-school care hours
• Assist students with homework and academic support as needed
• Interact positively with children through gym activities, games, arts and crafts, and recreational opportunities
• Foster a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for all students
• Encourage appropriate student behavior and positive social interaction
• Communicate professionally with parents, staff, and administration as needed
• Support and model Christian values, kindness, patience, and respect in all interactions
• Participate respectfully in prayer and faith-based activities as appropriate
• Maintain compliance with Prevent and Protect STL requirements
• Follow all diocesan, school, health, safety, and child protection policies and procedures

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience working with children preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to supervise and engage groups of children effectively
• Dependable, positive, and team-oriented attitude
• Commitment to supporting the mission and philosophy 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.


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.