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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 Morning Care Assistant provides a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment for students before the start of the school day. This individual is responsible for supervising students, facilitating quiet activities, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and ensuring a smooth transition to classrooms while supporting the mission and values of the school.
Job Responsibilities
- Supervise students during morning care hours, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
- Welcome students and families with a warm, friendly, and professional demeanor.
- Monitor student behavior and encourage respectful, kind, and responsible interactions.
- Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities such as reading, drawing, puzzles, or quiet games.
- Maintain a calm, organized, and structured environment that prepares students for the school day.
- Coordinate a smooth transition of students to teachers or classroom aides at the beginning of the school day.
- Follow all school safety policies and procedures and promptly report concerns or incidents to school administration.
- Maintain accurate daily attendance records.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with parents, faculty, and school leadership.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience working with children in a school, daycare, church, or similar setting preferred.
- Ability to supervise and manage groups of children in a calm, positive, and effective manner.
- Dependable, patient, and personable with strong communication skills.
- Practicing Catholic preferred. Candidates of other faiths are welcome and must be respectful of and supportive of the school's Catholic mission and values.
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.
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