Archdiocese of St. Louis·Wentzville, Missouri
The Kindergarten Aide will assist the teacher with daily instructional activities, classroom management, and the preparation of learning materials. They will also supervise students during transitions, lunch, and recess while fostering a positive and faith-based environment.
The Archdiocese of St.
Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St.
Louis area.
Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St.
Louis.
Job Summary St.
PAtrick Catholic School is seeking a caring and energetic full-time Kindergarten Aide for the 2026 - 2027 school year.
This individual will support a kindergarten teacher in creating a structured, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment rooted in faith.Job Responsibilities Assist the classroom teacher with daily instructional activities and classroom management Work with small groups and individual studnets to reinforce learning Help prepare instructional matierals and classroom resources Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, and other activies Foster a postivie, respectful, and faith Job Requirements Experience working with young children preferred Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude Strong communication and teamwork skills Desire to contribute to a faith-filled, loving, and nurturing school community 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.
Candidates should have experience working with young children and possess strong communication and teamwork skills. A patient, flexible, and positive attitude is required to contribute to the school's nurturing community.
Market context
In Missouri, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by ongoing demand for educators with infant-toddler experience and formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field. These positions can be competitive because Montessori preparation and hands-on experience with children ages 0-3 are often required, along with standard benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and age-group experience before applying.