Archdiocese of St. Louis·Ballwin, Missouri
Support the Pre-K teacher in implementing daily lessons and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled learning environment. Supervise children during various activities and provide individualized support to promote academic and social development.
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.
Clare of Assisi Catholic School is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Pre-K Teacher Aide to support the classroom teacher in creating a nurturing, faith-filled, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children.
The ideal candidate is patient, creative, and passionate about early childhood education.
The Pre-K Teacher Aide plays an important role in supporting instructional activities, classroom management, supervision, and daily routines that promote children’s academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development.Job Responsibilities Assist the Pre-K teacher in implementing daily lessons, learning centers, and classroom activities Supervise children during classroom time, outdoor play, specials, meals, rest time, and transitions Help maintain a welcoming, safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment Provide individualized student support by reinforcing learning concepts and guiding behavior Prepare instructional materials, supplies, and learning stations under teacher direction Support cleanliness, organization, and sanitation in accordance with early childhood and school guidelines Model and reinforce the Catholic values and mission of the school Communicate positively and professionally with students, staff, and families Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and school events as required Perform additional duties as assigned by the teacher or school administration Job Requirements Experience working with young children in a preschool, school, or childcare setting preferred Warm, patient, and nurturing approach with a genuine love for early learners Strong communication and teamwork abilities Ability to follow directions and support classroom instruction and management Physical ability to lift, bend, sit on the floor, and engage in active play with children Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism are essential Commitment to the mission and values of St.
Clare of Assisi Catholic School and the Catholic Church 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.
Preferred experience working with young children in a preschool or childcare setting. Candidates must be patient, professional, and committed to the mission of the Catholic Church.
Market context
In Missouri, teaching assistant roles often draw steady interest because schools and early childhood programs need candidates who can support classrooms for ages 0-5. These positions are competitive when applicants already have a CDA or early childhood college credits, plus CPR and First Aid certification and experience with young children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and recent child-care experience before applying.