Part-Time Preschool Support Specialist

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Family-Friendly Work Environment

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is seeking a part-time Teacher Assistant for its Head Start program in Stewart 6, Missouri. The role supports classroom operations by fostering a warm learning space and collaborating with teachers and families to help preschoolers reach their potential.

Responsibilities include aiding instruction, managing daily routines, supervising children, and ensuring a safe, compliant classroom.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with preschool children.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction and daily routines
• Assist with classroom management and lesson implementation
• Provide responsive care and supervision to preschool children
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support student success
• Maintain a positive, safe, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
• Support compliance with program standards and classroom procedures
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Developmentally appropriate practices

Positive classroom environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Early Childhood degree

Job description

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is seeking a part-time Teacher Assistant for its Head Start program in Stewart 6, Missouri. The role supports classroom operations by fostering a warm learning space and collaborating with teachers and families to help preschoolers reach their potential.

Responsibilities include aiding instruction, managing daily routines, supervising children, and ensuring a safe, compliant classroom.