Aide - Classroom

Cottleville, MO, US, 63304-7686

About the Role

The Classroom Aide assists the classroom teacher in providing a safe, supportive, and faith-centered learning environment. The aide works collaboratively with the teacher to support student learning, classroom management, daily routines, and the Catholic mission of the school.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with daily instruction, activities, and classroom routines.
• Provide individual and small-group support to students as directed by the teacher.
• Help students stay engaged and focused on classroom assignments and activities.
• Support positive classroom behavior and reinforce school expectations.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, and other assigned duties.
• Prepare, organize, and distribute classroom materials and learning resources.
• Assist students who need additional academic, social, or behavioral support.
• Encourage students to demonstrate Christian values, including kindness, respect, responsibility, honesty, and compassion.
• Support classroom prayer, religious activities, and other faith-based experiences.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with the classroom teacher and other school staff.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Follow all school, diocesan, safety, health, and child-protection policies.
• Attend required meetings, training, and professional-development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher or school administration.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Experience in a classroom or educational setting is a plus.
• Patient, dependable, compassionate, and able to work well with children.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with the classroom teacher.
• Commitment to supporting the Catholic identity, mission, and values of the school.
• Must meet all required background-check, training, and diocesan requirements.

Benefits

• Flexible working times and remote working options.
• Generous paid vacation increasing with service.
• Personal leaves of absence.
• Archdiocese-sponsored volunteer events.