Empowering Special Education Support Assistant

CONFLUENCE ACADEMY; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CONFLUENCE ACADEMY in Saint Louis, MO is seeking Teacher Assistants to support assigned teachers and provide students with additional academic help. TAs may teach a regular class if certified and will work to motivate pupils to develop skills and knowledge. They will assist with reading and math instruction, assessments, and parent communication. The role emphasizes a safe, nurturing classroom and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher required; BA/BS preferred.
• Valid Missouri teaching certificate preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general information and communicate clearly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Supports reading and math instruction using a structured instructional process.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers to identify learning goals for individual students.
• Maintains a safe, nurturing, and productive classroom that reflects school values.
• Assists in organizing and administering initial and quarterly assessments.
• Communicates with students’ parents on a regular basis and participates in school activities.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Math basics

Communication

Team collaboration

Technology use in instruction

Education

Associate’s degree or above

BA or BS preferred

Job description

CONFLUENCE ACADEMY in Saint Louis, MO is seeking Teacher Assistants to support assigned teachers and provide students with additional academic help. TAs may teach a regular class if certified and will work to motivate pupils to develop skills and knowledge. They will assist with reading and math instruction, assessments, and parent communication. The role emphasizes a safe, nurturing classroom and ongoing professional development.