St Therese Catholic Church Kansas City
Location
Parkville, Missouri
Assist the lead teacher in maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom environment and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons. Monitor students during rest time, play, and snacks while integrating Catholic teachings into daily activities.
Candidates must have experience working with young children in a preschool setting and a strong knowledge of early childhood development. Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds and consent to a background check are required.
Description Early Childhood Aide – PM St. Therese Early Education Center Kansas City, MO Part time Hours: 2:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Assist the lead teacher in creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning. Help implement lessons that are developmentally appropriate, hands on and engaging Use a variety of methods to assess and monitor students' progress. Monitor rest time, outside play and afternoon snack Collaborate with other educators and staff to create a cohesive educational experience for all students. Instill a love for Christ, and weave Catholic teachings into daily activities. Knowledge and ability to change diapers and help with potty training.
Experience working with young children in a preschool setting Strong knowledge of early childhood development principles and practices. Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues. Familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry is an asset. This position requires standing on multiple floor surfaces, sitting on the floor, and lifting. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted on a daily basis
Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.
Market context
In Missouri, Early Childhood Aide - PM roles are often driven by ongoing preschool staffing needs, especially for afternoon coverage and classroom support. These positions can be competitive because employers look for hands-on preschool experience, a solid grasp of early childhood development, physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and a background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight preschool experience and child-safety readiness.
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