Archdiocese of St. Louis·Kirkwood, Missouri
The Pre-K 4 Aide supports the lead teacher in maintaining a safe, faith-centered classroom environment. Responsibilities include assisting with daily lessons, supervising students during transitions and recess, and providing individualized learning support.
The Archdiocese of St.
Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future.
We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St.
Rose Phillppine Duchesne.
A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area.
The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.Job Summary The Pre-K 4 Aide at Ste.
Genevieve Du Bois Catholic School supports the lead teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and faith-centered classroom environment for preschool students.
This role assists with daily instruction, supervision, and classroom operations while helping students grow academically, socially, and spiritually in alignment with the mission of the school.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist the lead teacher with implementing daily lessons and classroom activities Provide small-group and individualized support to reinforce early learning skills Supervise students during classroom time, transitions, lunch, recess, and dismissal Support the development of social-emotional skills and positive peer interactions Help maintain a structured, safe, and engaging classroom environment Prepare instructional materials, organize supplies, and maintain classroom cleanliness Reinforce classroom expectations and model behavior consistent with Catholic values Assist with classroom management and redirection of student behavior as needed Collaborate with the teacher and staff to support daily program operations Communicate positively with students, staff, and families when appropriate
High school diploma required; coursework in early childhood education preferred Experience working with young children in a school or childcare setting preferred Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to support classroom instruction and manage small groups Dependable, organized, and able to follow direction Patient, nurturing, and attentive to student needs Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff Commitment to supporting a Catholic, faith-based educational environment The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation 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.
A high school diploma is required, with preferred coursework in early childhood education and experience working with young children. Candidates must be patient, organized, and committed to supporting a Catholic, faith-based educational environment.
Market context
In Missouri, PreK 4 aide roles are commonly tied to steady demand for classroom support in early childhood settings, especially where schools need dependable help with daily routines and student supervision. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for patience, organization, and comfort in a Catholic, faith-based environment, along with a high school diploma and preferred early childhood coursework or experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show hands-on experience with young children and your fit for the school’s mission.