Pre School Aide

St. Patrick Catholic School is seeking a caring, dependable, and faith-filled Preschool Aide to assist the lead teacher in creating a nurturing, structured, and Christ-centered learning environment. The Preschool Aide supports instructional activities, supervises students, and helps integrate Catholic values into daily routines and classroom experiences.

Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans, activities, and routines.

Help set up and clean up learning centers, materials, and classroom spaces.

Provide individual and small-group support during academic and play-based instruction.

Monitor children to ensure safety, positive interactions, and engagement.

Assist with restroom breaks, handwashing, snack/lunch routines, and nap time.

Foster a respectful and caring environment in line with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Participate in classroom prayer, religious songs, and celebrations of the liturgical year.

Support the spiritual development of children by modeling Christian behavior.

Respect and uphold the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church in word and action.

Communicate effectively with the lead teacher regarding student needs and progress.

Work cooperatively with school staff and administrators.

Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions with children and families.

High school diploma or GED required.

Experience working with young children in a school or childcare setting preferred.

Basic knowledge of child development and classroom management.

Practicing Catholic preferred or supportive of the Catholic Church’s mission and values.

Ability to pass all required background checks and complete required trainings (e.g., VIRTUS, CPR/First Aid).

Experience the Difference. MAKE a difference.

Rooted in the love of Jesus Christ, our schools are safe, welcoming communities where teachers are supported, and children are nurtured to grow and reach their full potential through rigorous academics and consistently high expectations, and faith-based service.

Catholic Education in our region dates back more than 200 years. Today, our parish and archdiocesan preschool, elementary and high schools serve more than 30,000 students in St. Louis and 10 surrounding Missouri counties.