Preschool Teacher Assistant - Full-Time, Tuition Support

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 48,884,000 - 57,996,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical and Dental Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Family-Friendly Work Environment

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation Head Start is seeking a Teacher Assistant (Floats) to support classroom operations and help create a warm, welcoming learning environment for preschool children. You will collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to foster growth and ensure daily routines run smoothly.

The role participates in ongoing development, adheres to program standards, and works Monday–Friday in a full-time 40-hour schedule with shifts between 7 AM and 5 PM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six college credit hours or Preschool CDA certification preferred.
• Experience with preschool children preferred.
• Willingness to obtain Early Childhood Development Specialization Certification.

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

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Developmentally appropriate practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Six college credits or Preschool CDA

Early Childhood Development Certification (pending through Ozarks Tech)

Job description

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation Head Start is seeking a Teacher Assistant (Floats) to support classroom operations and help create a warm, welcoming learning environment for preschool children. You will collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to foster growth and ensure daily routines run smoothly.

The role participates in ongoing development, adheres to program standards, and works Monday–Friday in a full-time 40-hour schedule with shifts between 7 AM and 5 PM.