Summary
Location
Richmond Heights
Type
full-time
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About this role
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
Immacolata Catholic School is seeking a joyful, dedicated Preschool Teaching Aide to support our early childhood program. The ideal candidate is caring, patient, and committed to helping young learners grow academically, socially, and spiritually within a nurturing Catholic environment.
Position Overview
The Preschool Teaching Aide will work closely with the lead teacher to support daily classroom activities, provide individualized attention to students, and help maintain a warm, structured, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. This role is essential in fostering a safe, faith‑centered space where young children can thrive.
Responsibilities
- Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lessons, activities, and routines.
- Support students during learning centers, small‑group work, and play‑based activities.
- Help maintain a positive, joyful, and faith‑filled classroom atmosphere.
- Supervise students to ensure safety during classroom time, recess, lunch, and transitions.
- Provide individualized support to students as needed, including social‑emotional guidance.
- Prepare classroom materials, organize supplies, and assist with setup and cleanup.
- Communicate positively and professionally with students, families, and staff.
- Collaborate with the lead teacher and early childhood team to support student success.
- Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school community events.
- Uphold and model the mission and values of Immacolata Catholic School.
Qualifications
- Experience working with young children in a school, childcare, or parish setting preferred.
- Warm, patient, and nurturing disposition with a genuine love for early childhood education.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow classroom routines and support the lead teacher’s instructional goals.
- Commitment to the Catholic mission and values of the school.
- High school diploma required; additional early childhood coursework or certification preferred.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate brings enthusiasm, reliability, and a heart for service. They enjoy working with preschool‑age children, value collaboration, and contribute to a joyful, faith‑centered learning environment.
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.
Other facts
About Archdiocese of St. Louis
As Catholics in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, in communion with the Bishop of Rome, we are called by our Lord Jesus Christ to be His Church and live His Gospel. With joy, we strive to fulfill our Baptismal calling by prayer and worship, teaching and sharing our faith, serving others, and fostering unity in diversity. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to the responsible stewardship of all God's gifts.
What you'll do
- The Preschool Teaching Aide will assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lessons and activities while providing individualized attention to students. This role is essential in maintaining a safe and nurturing learning environment for young children.
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