Aide, Extended Care

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 Aide, Extended Care is responsible for providing a safe, welcoming, and structured environment for students participating in the school's extended care program. This part-time position supervises students before and/or after school, assists with homework, facilitates age-appropriate recreational and enrichment activities, and promotes a positive environment where students feel safe, respected, supported, and valued.

The Aide, Extended Care works collaboratively with school staff and families to support the mission and values of Catholic education while promoting the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development of each student.

Job Responsibilities

Student Supervision and Care

• Supervise students throughout the extended care program to ensure their safety, security, and well-being.
• Maintain a structured, positive, respectful, and nurturing environment that encourages appropriate student behavior.
• Follow established student check-in, attendance, and dismissal procedures.
• Monitor students during indoor and outdoor activities, transitions, meals, and other program activities.
• Maintain appropriate supervision and awareness of student needs at all times.
• Respond appropriately to student concerns and seek assistance when necessary.

Student Support and Engagement

• Assist students with homework and encourage positive study habits and academic responsibility.
• Plan, organize, and lead age-appropriate recreational, educational, creative, and enrichment activities.
• Encourage positive peer interactions and help students develop communication, problem-solving, cooperation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Foster an inclusive environment in which all students feel welcomed, respected, and supported.
• Encourage students to demonstrate kindness, responsibility, respect, and good citizenship.

Job Requirements

• Maintain accurate attendance records and complete other required program documentation.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming extended care environment.
• Assist with the setup, organization, and cleanup of activities, supplies, and equipment.
• Monitor program materials and notify the appropriate staff of needed supplies, repairs, or maintenance concerns.
• Follow all school policies, procedures, and extended care program guidelines.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with parents, guardians, teachers, school staff, and administrators.
• Share relevant information regarding student needs, concerns, behavior, or incidents with the appropriate personnel.
• Work cooperatively with other extended care staff to ensure consistent supervision and smooth daily operations.
• Promptly report behavioral concerns, injuries, accidents, safety hazards, or maintenance issues to the Extended Care Coordinator or Principal.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding students and families.

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.