Aide - Extended Care

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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.

The Extended Care Aide provides a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled environment for students participating in the school's before- and/or after-school extended care program. Working under the direction of the Extended Care Director or Principal, the aide supervises students, assists with activities and homework, and supports the mission of Catholic education by modeling Christian values and fostering a caring community.

• Supervise students during before-school, after-school, and school break extended care programs.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students by maintaining appropriate supervision at all times.
• Plan, organize, and lead age-appropriate recreational, educational, and enrichment activities.
• Assist students with homework as appropriate while encouraging responsibility and independence.
• Maintain a positive, welcoming, and faith-centered environment that reflects Catholic values.
• Lead students in prayer and model Christian behavior through words and actions.
• Promote respectful interactions and assist with positive behavior management using school policies.
• Communicate student concerns, injuries, or behavioral issues promptly to the Extended Care Director, Principal, and parents as appropriate.
• Maintain attendance records and follow established student sign-in and sign-out procedures.
• Assist with snack distribution while following school health and allergy guidelines.
• Keep classrooms and activity areas clean, organized, and ready for daily use.
• Follow all diocesan and school policies regarding child safety, emergency procedures, and confidentiality.
• Participate in staff meetings, required training, and professional development opportunities.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in education, child development, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working with school-age children in a classroom, childcare, camp, or similar setting preferred.
• Ability to supervise groups of children while maintaining a safe, positive, and engaging environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with school staff, students, and parents.
• Supportive of the mission, philosophy, and values of Catholic education.

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.

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.