Aide - Preschool
About The Position
Christ the King Catholic School is seeking a caring, dependable Preschool Classroom Aide to support teachers in creating a loving, nurturing, faith-filled learning environment for young children. The aide works closely with the classroom teacher to help students develop socially, emotionally, spiritually, physically, and academically through play-based and age-appropriate learning experiences. At Christ the King Catholic School, preschool is more than preparation for kindergarten. It is a child’s introduction to a community of faith, learning, friendship, discovery, and belonging. The Preschool Classroom Aide plays a vital role in supporting teachers and helping children feel safe, known, loved, and valued each day.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Enjoyment of working with young children.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work cooperatively with teachers and staff.
- Dependable, patient, nurturing, flexible, and positive attitude.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Commitment to supporting Catholic education.
- Completion of Archdiocese of St. Louis Safe Environment requirements and background screenings.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with preschool or early childhood-aged children.
- Training or coursework in Early Childhood Education or child development.
- CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
Responsibilities
- Support the daily preschool program in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
- Help create a warm, welcoming, and engaging classroom environment.
- Build positive relationships with children while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Assist with classroom activities, learning centers, and small-group instruction.
- Encourage curiosity, creativity, independence, and a love of learning.
- Support children's language, social, emotional, motor, and school-readiness development.
- Reinforce kindness, respect, responsibility, and positive behavior.
- Supervise students during activities, transitions, outdoor play, meals, and other routines.
- Assist children with age-appropriate self-care skills, including handwashing, toileting, cleanup, and organization.
- Prepare classroom materials, art projects, and learning resources.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
- Support student arrival, dismissal, and daily transitions.
- Communicate student observations and concerns to the classroom teacher.
- Follow all school policies, safety procedures, and confidentiality requirements.
- Participate in required meetings, training, and professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
