Afternoon Preschool Classroom Aide - Marquette HS

Marquette High School; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Marquette High School in Chesterfield, Missouri is seeking an Afternoon Preschool Classroom Aide for the Rockwood R-6 School District. The role runs Monday through Friday, 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, as part of a 9-month preschool program, with a pay rate of $16.64 per hour.

The position requires either a Missouri Teacher or Substitute Teacher Certification to be attached with the application; college credit hours are preferred and the school emphasizes a safe, caring environment for young learners and

Qualifications

• College credit hours preferred/High School graduate required
• Experience working with children in a preschool setting preferred
• Must have or obtain Missouri Teacher or Substitute Teacher Certification

Responsibilities

• Assists in implementing preschool program and curriculum
• Relates with children with patience and compassion
• Interfaces with staff and families to support children
• Maintains CPR and First Aid certifications
• Maintains confidentiality about students
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Patience and compassion

Effective communication

Safety and CPR basics

Child supervision

Ability to assist with activities

Teamwork with staff and families

Education

High School graduate

College credit hours preferred

Job description

Afternoon Preschool Classroom Aide - Marquette HS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5872981

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 18, 2026

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:To assist in providing a safe and caring environment where children’s natural excitement for exploring, discovering, and learning are nurtured; to provide a good foundation for elementary school, in accordance with each child’s ability; and to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

Location: Marquette High School - Preschool Classroom

Position Schedule:Monday through Friday, 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Pay Rate:$16.64

This position requires either a valid Missouri Teacher or Substitute Teacher Certification. Please add a copy of your certification to the application.

POSITION TITLE:

Full-Day Preschool Classroom Aide

STATUS:

9-Month, Full-Day Preschool Program

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

x

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:

Preschool Teacher/Preschool Teacher Assistant

HUMAN RESOURCES:

x

Approved

Not Approved

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in implementing a program that maintains the preschool philosophy and curriculum


• Relates, communicates, and interacts with children with patience and compassion


• Interacts effectively with staff and families in the program


• Completes 12 hours of in-service each year.


• Maintains CPR and First Aid Certification


• Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality about students


• Performs any other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to assist in providing an encouraging, caring, and safe environment for children


• Ability to assist teacher by setting up activities, preparing instructional materials, and documenting student progress


• Ability to assists students in physical tasks such as positioning, feeding, toileting, diapering and self-help skills


• Ability to assists with individual and small student groups


• Ability to assume responsibility, respect, confidentiality and patience and compassion with young children


• Ability to assume the responsibilities of the Teacher/Teacher Assistant when the Teacher /Teacher Assistant is absent


• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively


• Ability to judge when situations and/or information should be called to the attention of the supervisor


• Ability to learn and implement preschool curricular strategies


• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds


• Ability to supervise and interact with children on their level (bending, stooping, lifting, and sitting on the floor) across settings as assigned (classroom, playground, gym, lunch, crisis management)


• Ability to work in a variety of locations and travel throughout the building(s), including playgrounds, lunch rooms and hallways

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• College credit hours preferred/High School graduate required


• Experience working with children in a similar setting preferred


• Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Standard office equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Within assigned building(s) and classroom(s)

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16.64 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Danielle Scheer , Preschool Supervisor


• Early Childhood- Vandover


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]