Instructional Aide

Location: Chesterfield

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.


Job Summary


The Instructional Aide provides support to teachers and students to enhance the educational environment and promote student success. The aide assists with classroom instruction, student supervision, preparation of materials, and administrative tasks while helping maintain a positive and productive learning environment.


Job Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with implementing lesson plans and instructional activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support to students under the direction of the teacher.
• Reinforce academic concepts and learning objectives.
• Assist with classroom management and behavior support strategies.
• Prepare instructional materials, classroom displays, and learning resources.
• Monitor students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, field trips, and other school functions as assigned.
• Support students with special needs in accordance with individualized education plans (IEPs) and teacher guidance.
• Maintain accurate records, attendance logs, and other required documentation.
• Assist with grading assignments and organizing student work.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, students, and parents as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher or administrator

Job Requirements


Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or college coursework preferred.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
• Basic computer and technology skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of child development and learning principles.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Patience, flexibility, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to supervise and engage students effectively.
• Commitment to supporting student achievement and well-being.

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.

Our Mission

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.

Benefits

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.