K-12 Classroom Support Specialist (Full-Time)

Parkway Schools; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Included

Job summary

Parkway Schools in Chesterfield, MO, is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. Starting pay ranges from 17.38/hour with 36 college credits or substitute training, to 18.38/hour with a 4-year degree. A DESE Substitute Certification is required before work can begin.

The role involves supporting instructional staff, supervising students, and assisting with clerical tasks within the school day.

Qualifications

• Requires DESE Substitute Certification.
• Starting pay depends on education level.
• Full-time position for 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities

• Performs supportive instructional tasks under the direction of a certified staff member.
• Supervise classrooms in emergency situations.
• Monitors students during independent work activities and provides assistance as needed.
• Provides tutorial assistance to students in one-to-one or small group arrangements.
• Provides practice and reinforcement activities for students as follow-up to direct instruction provided by the classroom teacher.
• Assists in preparation of instructional materials
• Performs supportive behavior management tasks under the direction of a certified staff member.
• Assists in implementing the classroom behavior management system as designed by a certified staff member.
• Provides emotional support and encouragement to students.
• Assists in the supervision of students throughout the school day.
• Assists certified staff with clerical duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom supervision

Student support

Instructional assistance

Clerical tasks

Communication

Education

36 college credits

Substitute training

4-year degree

DESE certification

Job description

Parkway Schools in Chesterfield, MO, is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. Starting pay ranges from 17.38/hour with 36 college credits or substitute training, to 18.38/hour with a 4-year degree. A DESE Substitute Certification is required before work can begin.

The role involves supporting instructional staff, supervising students, and assisting with clerical tasks within the school day.