Childcare Assistant

PRINCIPIA

. Supervise and actively engage with Pre-K through 5th grade students during program hours .

Posted 10/3/2026part-timeSt. Louis • Missouri • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $18 - $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to supervise and engage with children in a nurturing after-school environment while promoting positive behavior and cooperation. Experienced in supporting educational activities and ensuring safety procedures are followed.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supervision Of ChildrenCharacter EducationChildcare ExperienceSafety Procedure CompliancePositive Behavior Promotion

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Soft Skills

EngagementCooperationCommunication

Industry Keywords

After-School ProgramPreschool-Aged ChildrenProgram OrganizationSnack DistributionTransition Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise and actively engage with Pre-K through 5th grade students during program hours
Assist with games, crafts, homework help, and recreation
Support arrival, sign-in, snack distribution, transitions, and departure procedures
Promote respectful behavior and cooperation among students
Address minor issues and alert the manager as needed
Set up, clean up, and organize program spaces, materials, and equipment
Follow school safety procedures and report concerns promptly
Support the Extended Care Program Manager in providing a safe, engaging, and nurturing after-school childcare environment
Report to the Extended Care Program Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Supportive of Principia’s guiding statements
Experienced character educator
Experience caring for preschool-aged children
Demonstrate support of Principia’s mission and philosophy by promoting a positive image of the school at all times
Must be 18 years of age or older