Classroom Aide

Central Missouri Community Action; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent insurance package

Generous paid vacation and sick time

10 paid holidays

Paid two week winter break

Opportunities for advancement and PD

Job summary

Central Missouri Community Action (CMCA) is seeking a Classroom Aide in Columbia, MO to support Head Start teachers with activities for children aged 3–5 and infants to 2. The role emphasizes supervision, engagement, and a structured early learning environment.

The position offers an 10-hour shift Tuesday through Friday, with a starting pay of $15.10 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package. CMCA values growth opportunities and community impact.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Prefer experience working with low-income families and children.
• Daycare, preschool, or childcare work experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher with classroom activities and supervise/engage with children in a structured learning environment.

Skills

Childcare experience

Experience with low-income families

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

needed in Columbia, MO to help the Teacher with classroom activities. Some classrooms are children ages 3 -5 and some classrooms are infants to age 2. The Head Start program is an early childhood education program with a structured learning environment where staff actively supervise and engage with children. Pay is $15.10 per hour.

Job Requirements

• Prefer experience working with low-income families and children.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Daycare, preschool, or childcare work experience is helpful.

Benefits

• Excellent insurance package
• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid two week winter break
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• CMCA swag and spirit!

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• Tuesday through Friday

About Us:

CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that they do, we offer our employees competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help them build rewarding and successful careers.

EOE. Please visit www.cmca.us/careers for more information about Community Action and the Head Start Program.