Preschool After-Care Aide

Saint Raphael Catholic School is seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic Preschool After-Care Aide to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year.

The Preschool After-Care Aide will help provide a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment for our youngest students during the afternoon after the preschool school day ends. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants a flexible, part-time position in a Catholic school community.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 2:30–4:00 PM, with flexibility based on availability
Hours: Approximately 5–10 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive supervision and care for preschool students in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Build positive, caring relationships with students and help them feel comfortable and secure.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities, including play, crafts, stories, outdoor time, and other activities.
• Assist students with snacks, bathroom needs, clean-up, and transitions.
• Encourage positive behavior, kindness, sharing, and respectful interactions.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom and play space.
• Communicate appropriately with families and school staff as needed.
• Model and reinforce Catholic Christian values through words, actions, and interactions with students.
• Follow all school safety and supervision procedures and promptly report any safety or facility concerns.

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Enjoys working with young children and demonstrates patience, warmth, and enthusiasm.
• Dependable and responsible.
• Able to work effectively with preschool-aged children in a group setting.
• Previous experience working with young children is preferred but not required.
• CPR and First Aid certification is a plus.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and Catholic identity of Saint Raphael Catholic School.

This is an excellent part-time opportunity for a high school or college student interested in education, an adult looking for a few afternoon hours, or a retired educator who enjoys spending time with young children

To apply, please send a resume to Ms Bria Wunderlich at bria.wunderlich@srsmn.org, or contact the school office at 763-504-9450 for more information.