Preschool Aide

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in implementing daily lessons and learning activities.
• Support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.
• Supervise children during classroom instruction, centers, recess, lunch, rest time, and other activities.
• Help prepare and organize instructional materials, learning centers, and classroom resources.
• Aid students with daily routines, transitions, and self-help skills.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Monitor student behavior and reinforce classroom expectations and positive behavior practices.
• Assist with classroom setup, cleanup, and recordkeeping as needed.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with teachers, staff, and families.
• Support and uphold the mission, values, and Catholic identity of the school.
• Follow all school policies regarding student safety, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with young children or a willingness to work with preschool-aged students.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, students, and families.
• Demonstrated patience, flexibility, and a nurturing approach to working with children.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and actively supervise children throughout the school day.

Pay

The Archdiocese of St. Louis does not specify the pay for this position.

Schedule

The Archdiocese of St. Louis does not specify the schedule for this position.

Benefits

The Archdiocese of St. Louis offers benefits including work/life balance with flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence. Additionally, employees have access to volunteer events sponsored by the Archdiocese.

Company Information

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.