Pre-K Teacher Aide

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.

St. Clare of Assisi Catholic School is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Pre‑K Teacher Aide to support the classroom teacher in providing a nurturing, faith‑filled, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with early childhood learners.

The Pre‑K Teacher Aide assists with instructional activities, classroom management, supervision, and the daily routines that help children grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Pre‑K teacher in implementing daily lessons, centers, and classroom activities.
• Assist with supervising children during classroom time, outdoor play, specials, meals, rest time, and transitions.
• Help create a welcoming, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Provide individualized support to students as needed, reinforcing concepts and guiding behavior.
• Prepare classroom materials, supplies, and learning stations under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness, organization, and sanitation in accordance with school and early‑childhood guidelines.
• Model and support the Catholic values and mission of the school.
• Communicate positively and professionally with students, staff, and families.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and school events as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the teacher or school administration.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience working with young children in a school, preschool, or childcare setting preferred.
• Warm, patient, and nurturing disposition with a love for early learners.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow directions, assist with lesson implementation, and support classroom management.
• Ability to lift, bend, sit on the floor, and engage in active play as needed.
• Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism required.
• Support for the mission and values of St. Clare of Assisi Catholic School and the Catholic Church.

Additional Details

• Position follows the school-year calendar.
• Work hours align with the Pre‑K schedule.
• Compensation is hourly and based on school policy.

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.