Teacher Aide

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The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Philippine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area.

The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Title: Part‑Time Teacher Aide
Location: St. Ann Catholic Church – Normandy, MO

St. Ann Catholic Church is seeking a responsible and supportive Part‑Time Teacher Aide to assist classroom teachers in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for students. This position supports daily classroom activities, helps reinforce instructional goals, and contributes to the overall mission of Catholic education. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, demonstrates patience and professionalism, and collaborates effectively with teachers and staff.

• Assist the classroom teacher with daily instructional activities and routines.
• Support students during lessons, small‑group work, and independent tasks.
• Help maintain a safe, orderly, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Provide supervision during transitions, recess, lunch, and other non‑instructional times as assigned.
• Prepare classroom materials, supplies, and learning resources as directed by the teacher.
• Offer individualized support to students who need additional guidance or encouragement.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with students, teachers, and staff.
• Uphold school policies, safety procedures, and expectations for student behavior.
• Contribute to a positive school culture that reflects the values of St. Ann Catholic Church and School.

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or parish setting preferred.
• Ability to follow directions, support instructional goals, and work collaboratively with teachers.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Patience, dependability, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
• Willingness to support the mission and values of Catholic education.
• Must meet Archdiocesan compliance requirements, including Safe Environment training.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a warm, calm presence and a genuine interest in supporting students’ academic and personal growth. This role requires reliability, flexibility, and a spirit of service toward students, families, and staff. The Teacher Aide is expected to maintain professionalism and contribute positively to the parish school community.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation 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.

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 others to succeed.

Work/life balance is important to the archdiocese. We offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence. You’ll have opportunities to participate in Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events and engage with communities near you.