What are the responsibilities and job description for the Playground Monitor position at Archdiocese of St. Louis?
Union, MO, US, 63084-1334
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
Immaculate Conception, a Catholic elementary school within the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is seeking caring and responsible individuals to serve as Lunch Recess Monitors for the 2026–2027 school year. The Playground Monitor plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, well-being, and positive social interactions of students during lunch recess.
Job Responsibilities
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.
Our Mission
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 of others to succeed.
Benefits
Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.
As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.
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
Immaculate Conception, a Catholic elementary school within the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is seeking caring and responsible individuals to serve as Lunch Recess Monitors for the 2026–2027 school year. The Playground Monitor plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, well-being, and positive social interactions of students during lunch recess.
Job Responsibilities
- Supervise students during outdoor and/or indoor recess between 11:15 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.
- Promote safe and respectful play while maintaining a positive and structured environment.
- Monitor student behavior, redirect as necessary, and report any concerns to the appropriate school personnel.
- Provide basic first aid when needed and follow emergency procedures if required.
- Help maintain a clean and safe play area by reporting hazards or unsafe conditions.
- Collaborate with fellow monitors and school staff to ensure effective supervision.
- Must enjoy working with children and have a calm, attentive presence.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to manage groups of children with fairness and consistency.
- Prior experience in a school or childcare setting is helpful but not required.
- Completion of Archdiocese of St. Louis Safe Environment training and background check required prior to start.
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.
Our Mission
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 of others to succeed.
Benefits
Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.
As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.