St Anthonys School·Beaumont, Texas
The worker will supervise students in grades Pre-K through 8 to ensure a safe, structured, and caring environment during after-school hours. Responsibilities include assisting with homework, leading recreational activities, maintaining attendance records, and modeling Catholic values.
Description St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica School is a joyful Catholic learning community rooted in the intellectual and spiritual tradition of the Church. As we continue transitioning to a Classical model of education, we strive to cultivate virtue, wonder, and a love for truth, goodness, and beauty in every student. Our After-School Program extends the mission of the school into the afternoon hours by providing a safe, caring, and structured environment for children after the regular school day.
Position Overview St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica School is seeking a caring, dependable, and responsible After-School Program Worker to supervise and engage students in grades Pre-K through 8 during after-school hours. The ideal candidate will help create a welcoming atmosphere, maintain order, support student safety, and model behavior consistent with the Catholic identity and mission of the school.
Primary Responsibilities Supervise students during after-school program hours and ensure a safe, orderly, and caring environment.
Support a positive atmosphere that reflects the school’s Catholic values and mission.
Assist students with homework and provide quiet work time as needed.
Lead or supervise age-appropriate games, crafts, and recreational activities.
Maintain accurate attendance records for the after-school program.
Communicate student behavior, safety concerns, or parent questions to the program coordinator or principal.
Follow dismissal procedures, including releasing students only to authorized individuals.
Assist with light clean-up and organization of program materials at the end of each day.
High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience working with children in a school, parish, camp, childcare, or youth program setting preferred. Ability to maintain a safe and orderly environment with kindness, consistency, and professionalism. Practicing Christian supportive of the school’s Catholic mission; Catholic preferred. Dependable, punctual, and able to communicate effectively with students, parents, faculty, and staff. Preferred Some college coursework or training in education, child development, or a related field. First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification. Familiarity with classical education or willingness to be trained in the school’s approach. Personal Qualities Warm, welcoming, and professional presence with children and parents. Patient, creative, and flexible when working with students of different ages. Committed to serving students and supporting the mission of Catholic education. Schedule & Physical Demands Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:15 PM–5:30 PM; hours may vary for half-days, early dismissals, or special events. Requires active supervision of children indoors and outdoors, standing and walking for extended periods, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all diocesan and school employment requirements, including applicable background checks and safe environment training. St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica School is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law, consistent with the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
Market context
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