Early Childhood Learning Center aide (part-time)
Archdiocese of St. Louis · Union, MO · 1 mo ago
Human ResourcesPart-time
Job Responsibilities
- Assist the lead teacher with classroom preparation and daily activities
- Supervise children during classroom instruction, recess, lunch, rest time, and transitions
- Support children’s social, emotional, spiritual, physical, and academic development
- Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
- Reinforce classroom routines, behavioral expectations, and positive discipline practices
- Aid with arts and crafts, learning centers, reading activities, and small-group instruction
- Provide individual attention and encouragement to students as needed
- Help children with personal care needs, including handwashing, toileting, and snack/lunch routines
- Observe and report student progress, concerns, or incidents to the lead teacher
- Support Catholic values, prayer, and faith-based activities within the classroom
- Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and school events as requested
- Follow all school, diocesan, licensing, and safety policies and procedures
Job Requirements
- Experience working with young children in a school, daycare, or childcare setting preferred
- Practicing Catholic preferred or willingness to support the Catholic mission of the school
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
- Ability to interact positively with children, parents, and staff
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain
- Ability to lift, carry, and actively supervise young children throughout the day