Full- Time Aide external

Job Summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a Catholic Classroom Aide to support the classroom teacher in creating a Christ-centered, academically excellent learning environment that fosters the spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional growth of each student.

Job Responsibilities

• Model and promote Catholic values in all interactions.
• Support integration of faith-based principles in classroom activities.
• Create a respectful, inclusive environment reflecting Catholic teachings.
• Absorb and implement lesson plans and activities.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support for individual learning needs.
• Aid in preparing instructional materials and maintaining organization.
• Support the use of technology to enhance learning.
• Collaborate with the teacher to implement lesson plans.
• Assist in preparing materials and maintaining classroom organization.
• Support technology integration in learning experiences.
• Foster positive relationships to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom.
• Support the teacher with routines and transitions.
• Address minor conflicts and escalate issues as needed.

Student Development

• Foster positive relationships to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Monitor behavior and reinforce expectations for a Christ-centered environment.
• Assist with assessing progress and providing feedback to the teacher.

Community Engagement

• Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in events, activities, and service projects promoting Catholic values.
• Serve as a role model of faith, service, and respect.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Familiarity with Catholic teachings and a commitment to faith-based education.
• Experience working with children in an educational or similar setting preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic proficiency in using educational technology and tools.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.