Aide - Recess

St Louis, MO, US, 63122-3526

About the role

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community, and feel secure in a dynamic future. Established 200 years ago by St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, the coalition serves over 50,000 students (PreK‑12) across an 11‑county area, providing an education rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate His gifts.

St. Gerard Majella Catholic School seeks a caring, dependable, and attentive Recess‑Aide to provide supervision and support for students during recess and other assigned outdoor activities. Rooted in the school’s mission to form disciples of Christ through a vibrant faith community, the Playground Monitor helps create a safe, respectful, welcoming, and positive environment for students. Working under the direction of school administration, the Recess‑Aide actively supervises students, reinforces school expectations, encourages positive interactions, and responds appropriately to student needs and safety concerns.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise students during assigned recess periods and other designated outdoor activities
• Maintain consistent visual awareness of students and remain actively engaged throughout the supervision period
• Help ensure students use playground equipment and outdoor spaces safely and appropriately
• Monitor playground boundaries and designated student areas
• Respond promptly to injuries, unsafe behavior, conflicts, or other concerns and notify appropriate school personnel as needed
• Follow school procedures for emergencies, injuries, severe weather, and other safety situations
• Reinforce school rules, playground expectations, and appropriate student behavior in a fair and consistent manner
• Encourage kindness, inclusion, good sportsmanship, and respectful interactions among students
• Assist students in resolving minor conflicts appropriately and seek assistance from school staff when additional support is needed
• Use positive redirection and age‑appropriate guidance when addressing student behavior
• Foster positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
• Support the Catholic identity and mission of St. Gerard Majella School through daily interactions and conduct
• Model Christian values, kindness, patience, respect, and professionalism in all interactions
• Help foster a caring and faith‑centered school community where every student is treated with dignity
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and school administration
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues and students
• Report significant behavioral, safety, or student concerns to the appropriate staff member or administrator
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and school matters
• Demonstrate flexibility in supporting school supervision needs as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, parish, recreation, or related setting preferred
• Ability to supervise groups of children attentively and consistently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm, fair, and responsive in student situations
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Practicing Catholic preferred; commitment to supporting Catholic education required