Summer Camp Aide

Summer Camp Aide

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 Part-Time Summer Camp Aide at Holy Cross Academy supports the daily operations of the school's summer camp program by assisting with student supervision, activities, and safety. This role helps create a positive, structured, and engaging environment that supports children's social, emotional, and physical development while reflecting the values and mission of the school.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in supervising children during summer camp activities, including indoor and outdoor play, field trips, and transitions.
• Support the implementation of age-appropriate activities that encourage teamwork, creativity, and positive behavior.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming camp environment.
• Assist camp leaders with preparation and cleanup of activities, materials, and shared spaces.
• Monitor student behavior and reinforce camp rules and expectations consistently.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers at all times.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with camp staff, administration, and families as directed.
• Follow all school policies, safety procedures, and child supervision guidelines.
• Model positive behavior and contribute to a supportive camp culture.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years of age (or school-required minimum age).
• Experience working with children in a camp, childcare, school, or recreational setting (preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Dependable, energetic, and patient with children.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Holy Cross Academy.

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.