Summer Camp Aide

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Until 8/24/2026 First posted June 25, 2026 Last posted June 25, 2026
Job description

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

St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church is seeking a dependable and enthusiastic Summer Camp Aide to support parish summer programming. This role assists in creating a safe, engaging, and faith-filled environment for children, while supporting camp staff with daily activities, supervision, and operations.

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist with supervising campers and ensuring their safety at all times
  • Support the implementation of daily activities, including games, crafts, faith-based programming, and group events
  • Help set up, organize, and clean activity areas and supplies
  • Maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive environment for all participants
  • Assist with transitions between activities, snack time, and outdoor play
  • Model respectful behavior and encourage teamwork among campers
  • Report any concerns, incidents, or behavioral issues to lead staff
  • Follow all parish policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
  • Support counselors and staff with additional duties as needed

Job Qualifications

  • High school student or graduate preferred
  • Experience working with children in a camp, school, or childcare setting preferred
  • Positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Ability to remain active and engaged throughout the camp day
  • Commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for children
  • Must meet all Archdiocesan requirements, including Safe Environment compliance (if applicable)

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. 

About this role

Summary

Assist in supervising children and supporting activities in a faith-based summer camp environment

Job title

Summer Camp Aide

Experience level

high school student or graduate preferred

Industry

religion

Location requirements

candidate must be in or near Shrewsbury, MO; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationinterpersonal skillsteamworksafety guidelines

Preferred skills

childcare experiencechildren supervision

Specializations

camp supervisionfaith-based programmingchild supervisionactivity organization
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Shrewsbury, MO 63119, USA

On-site City