Morning Preschool Classroom Aide - Eureka HS

Eureka High School; Eureka (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Eureka High School in Eureka, Missouri is seeking a Morning Preschool Classroom Aide to support a 9-month, full-day preschool program. The role runs Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM with a starting pay of $16.64 per hour.

A valid Missouri Teacher or Substitute Teacher Certification is required or eligibility must be demonstrated, with an emphasis on safety and nurturing interactions. The aide will assist in implementing the preschool curriculum, work closely with the Preschool

Qualifications

• Requires valid Missouri Teacher or Substitute Teacher Certification (or eligibility).
• Experience with children in preschool/early childhood settings preferred.
• Consistent and regular attendance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing a preschool program aligned with the curriculum.
• Relate and interact with children with patience and compassion.
• Interact effectively with staff and families.
• Complete 12 hours of in-service each year.
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Maintain confidentiality about students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience and compassion

Effective communication

Interacts with staff and families

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

College credit hours preferred

High School graduate required

Job description

Morning Preschool Classroom Aide - Eureka HS

Rockwood R-6 School District Eureka High School - Eureka, Missouri Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rockwood R-6 School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5872979
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 06, 2026 5:0 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 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:Eureka High School - Preschool Classroom

PositionSchedule:Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM

PayRate:$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

BASICREQUIREMENTS:

• 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

EQUIPMENTUSED:

• Standard office equipment

WORKENVIRONMENT:

• 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]