Preschool Teacher Assistant — Head Start, Full-Time

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC); Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical and Dental Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Paid Training Opportunities

Family-Friendly Work Environment

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start in Springfield, MO is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom operations and create a welcoming learning environment for preschool children. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Center Supervisor and works Monday through Friday, 9:00–5:00, at Stewart 4 Head Start.

The position emphasizes assisting with instruction, managing daily routines, and collaborating with teachers and families to promote student success while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six college credit hours or Preschool CDA.
• Experience working with preschool children.
• Willingness to obtain Early Childhood Development Specialization Certification through Ozarks Tech (paid for by employer).
• 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

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Confidentiality knowledge

Developmentally appropriate practices

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Six college credit hours or Preschool CDA

Experience with preschool children

Early Childhood Development Specialization cert (Willing to obtain)

Teamwork

Job description

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start in Springfield, MO is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom operations and create a welcoming learning environment for preschool children. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Center Supervisor and works Monday through Friday, 9:00–5:00, at Stewart 4 Head Start.

The position emphasizes assisting with instruction, managing daily routines, and collaborating with teachers and families to promote student success while