Extended Care 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 Extended Care Aide supports the school's Extended Care Program by providing supervision, care, and enrichment opportunities for students before and/or after the regular school day. The Extended Care Aide helps create a safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environment where students can learn, play, and grow while supporting the mission and values of Sacred Heart Catholic School.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise students during extended care hours and ensure their safety and well-being at all times.
• Monitor student behavior and promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment.
• Assist students with homework and academic activities as appropriate.
• Organize and participate in age-appropriate recreational, educational, and enrichment activities.
• Maintain accurate attendance, sign-in, and sign-out records.
• Verify authorized pick-up procedures and communicate with parents and guardians as needed.
• Assist with snack distribution and monitor students during snack time.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe program spaces.
• Follow school safety policies and emergency procedures.
• Report accidents, injuries, behavioral concerns, or other incidents to the Extended Care Director or school administration.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and families to support student success.
• Support and model Catholic values and Christian behavior in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, Extended Care Director, or school administration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, camp, or recreational setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to supervise and engage groups of school-aged children.
• Ability to maintain a safe and positive environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to supervise and interact positively with students.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Dependable, patient, and flexible.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a school environment.
• Ability to respond appropriately to routine and emergency situations.

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.