Preschool Teacher Assistant – Part-Time Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Family-Friendly Work Environment

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start in Republic, MO is seeking a motivated Part-time Teacher Assistant to support classroom operations, help create a warm, welcoming learning environment, and partner with families to foster young children’s growth and development. The position runs Monday through Friday, 12:00–5:00, full-year with occasional opportunities to sub additional hours.

Pay ranges from $16.24–$20.24 per hour, plus benefits such as PTO, holidays, and tuition

Qualifications

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

Collaborative teamwork

Confidentiality

Developmentally appropriate practices

Positive classroom environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Six college credit hours or Preschool CDA

Early Childhood degree

Early Childhood experience

Job description

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start in Republic, MO is seeking a motivated Part-time Teacher Assistant to support classroom operations, help create a warm, welcoming learning environment, and partner with families to foster young children’s growth and development. The position runs Monday through Friday, 12:00–5:00, full-year with occasional opportunities to sub additional hours.

Pay ranges from $16.24–$20.24 per hour, plus benefits such as PTO, holidays, and tuition