Instructional Assistant (Special Education)

Wentzville School District; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical, dental, vision, and life

Paid personal and sick days

PEERS retirement

Job summary

Wentzville School District in Missouri is seeking an Instructional Assistant (Special Education) for Discovery Ridge Elementary. This 10-month role provides instructional support for students with special needs and assists classroom staff.

The position offers a starting salary of $16.92 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid personal and sick days, and participation in PEERS.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to obtain a substitute teaching certificate through DESE.
• If you do not currently hold a substitute teaching certificate, we will help guide you through the process.

Skills

Instructional support

Collaboration with teachers

Education

DESE substitute teaching certificate

Job description

Instructional Assistant (Special Education) Job ID: 11930

• Position Type: Support Staff / Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/8/2026
• Location: Discovery Ridge Elementary

Requires ability to obtain a substitute teaching certificate through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

If you do not currently hold a substitute teaching certificate, we will help guide you through the process.

10-Month Position

Starting Salary: $16.92 per hour

Includes full benefits package:

• Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid personal and sick days
• Participation in the Public Education Employees Retirement System (PEERS)

Please see job description and qualifications