Preschool Teacher Assistant - Part-Time, 12-5

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC); Republic (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Paid Training Opportunities

Family-Friendly Work Environment

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start is hiring a Part-Time Teacher Assistant in Republic, MO. The role supports preschool learning environments, collaborating with teachers and families to help children reach their potential.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, some college coursework or Preschool CDA, and a willingness to obtain a Preschool Specialization Certification. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 12:00–5:00, year-round.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Six college credit hours or Preschool CDA.
• Experience working with preschool children is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain ECD Specialization Certification through Ozarks Tech (employer-paid).

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.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Developmentally appropriate practices

Positive classroom environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Six college credit hours or Preschool CDA

Willingness to obtain Early Childhood Development Specialization Certification

Experience with preschool children

Job description

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start is hiring a Part-Time Teacher Assistant in Republic, MO. The role supports preschool learning environments, collaborating with teachers and families to help children reach their potential.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, some college coursework or Preschool CDA, and a willingness to obtain a Preschool Specialization Certification. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 12:00–5:00, year-round.