Preschool Teacher Assistant 1.0 (40 hours) FLOAT

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

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Job summary

Parkway Schools in Ballwin, MO is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant for the 2026/2027 school year. The position requires DESE Substitute Certification with 36 college credits, or substitution training with HS diploma/GED/HISET, to be eligible.

Under supervision of a certified teacher, you will assist with lesson setup, keep a clean classroom, support routines, and aid in classroom management while pursuing professional growth in child development.

Qualifications

• Requires either 36 college credits with official transcripts or substitute teacher training with HS diploma/GED/HISET.
• DESE Substitute Certification must be obtained before work.

Responsibilities

• Assist full-time teachers and reinforce classroom material.
• Support daily lesson plan setup and classroom organization.
• Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized learning environment.
• Engage with students and support routines and transitions.
• Collaborate with the teacher and Preschool Coordinator as needed.
• Uphold school philosophy and seek professional growth in child development.

Skills

36 college credits

DESE Substitute Certification

Education

4-year degree

36 college credits

DESE Substitute Certification

Job description

This is a full time 1.0 position for the 2026/2027 school year.

NOTE: This is a FLOAT position.

Required

At least 36 college credit hours - will need to provide official transcripts (and have translated if applicable)

OR

Completion of substitute teacher training - will need to provide a COPY of HS diploma, GED or HISET is needed (and have translated if applicable)

Either requirement above MUST have DESE Substitute Certification before you are able to work.

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Starting Pay: 17.38/hr with 36 hours of college credit or substitute teacher training

18.38/hr with 4 year degree

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Position Summary

To improve the educational program by assisting the instructional and administrative staff. The Teaching Assistant will assist full-time teachers, reinforcing materials and lessons covered in the classroom to facilitate student learning. Under the direction of a certified teacher, performs a variety of classroom, general, and clerical duties related to assisting a student.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Supports and assists the teacher with daily lesson plan setup and classroom organization
• Helps maintain a clean, well-stocked, and organized environment
• Engages with students and supports routines and transitions throughout the day
• Follows an organized, flexible schedule and collaborates openly with the teacher
• Supports the teacher's classroom management and supervision plans
• Uses positive guidance techniques and provides choices when appropriate
• Communicates concerns appropriately to the classroom teacher, Preschool Coordinator, or Director of Early Learning
• Upholds the Parkway and Project Construct philosophy, emphasizing process over product
• Demonstrates a desire to grow professionally, especially in child development and constructivist practices
• Performs other duties as assigned