Preschool Teacher Assistant — Growth, Tuition Assistance, PTO

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation; Buffalo (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Medical and Dental Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Family-Friendly Work Environment

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is hiring a Teacher Assistant for the Head Start program in Buffalo, MO. The role supports classroom operations, helping create a warm, welcoming learning environment while collaborating with staff and families.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, six college credits or Preschool CDA, experience with preschool children, and willingness to obtain an Early Childhood Certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six college credits or Preschool CDA required.
• Experience with preschool children.
• Willing to obtain Early Childhood Certification.
• 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

DAP knowledge

Family collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Six college credits or Preschool CDA

Preschool CDA

Early Childhood Certification intent

Job description

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is hiring a Teacher Assistant for the Head Start program in Buffalo, MO. The role supports classroom operations, helping create a warm, welcoming learning environment while collaborating with staff and families.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, six college credits or Preschool CDA, experience with preschool children, and willingness to obtain an Early Childhood Certification.