Preschool Teacher Assistant with Early Childhood (Part Time - 29 Hours)

Applitrack; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Parkway School District is seeking a part-time Preschool Teacher Assistant for the 2026/2027 school year at McKelvey Primary. The role supports teachers, reinforces classroom instruction, and helps with student learning in a 29-hour schedule.

Starting pay is $17.38 per hour with 36 college credits or substitute training; $18.38 per hour with a 4-year degree. DESE Substitute Certification is required to work. Department contacts provided for questions.

Qualifications

• Experience working with preschool/early childhood students.
• Ability to assist with daily lesson plans and classroom organization.
• Strong communication with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with daily lesson plan setup and classroom organization.
• Help maintain a clean, well-stocked, and organized environment.
• Engage with students and support routines and transitions throughout the day.
• Follow schedules and collaborate with the teacher.

Skills

Early childhood care

Classroom support

Communication with staff

Education

36 college credit hours

Substitute teacher training

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Parkway School District

Preschool Teacher Assistant with Early Childhood (Part Time - 29 Hours) JobID: 6702

• Position Type: Early Childhood/ Early Childhood Teacher Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/28/2026
• Location: McKelvey Primary

This position is Part Time for the 2026/2027 school year.

Hours Mon-Thu 8:30-4

Required At least 36 college credit hours- will need to provide official transcripts (and have translated if applicable). OR Completion of substitute teacher training will need to provide a COPY of HS diploma, GED or HISET is needed (and have translated if applicable).

Either requirement above MUST have DESE Substitute Certificationbefore you are able to work. Link to more information.

Starting Pay: 17.38/hr with 36 hours of college credit or substitute teacher training 18.38/hr with 4 year degree

POSITION SUMMARY

To improve the educational program by assisting the instructional and administrative staff. The Teaching Assistant will assist teachers, reinforcing materials and lessons covered in the classroom to facilitate student learning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES (major duties which the position exists to perform)

• Supports and assists the teacher with daily lesson plan setup and classroom organization
• Helps maintain a clean, well-stocked, and organized environment
• Engages with students and supports routines and transitions throughout the day
• Follows an organized, flexible schedule and collaborates openly with the teacher
• Supports the teacher's classroom management and supervision plans
• Uses positive guidance techniques and provides choices when appropriate
• Communicates concerns appropriately to the classroom teacher, Preschool Coordinator, or Director of Early Learning
• Upholds the Parkway and Project Construct philosophy, emphasizing process over product
• Demonstrates a desire to grow professionally, especially in child development and constructivist practices

Postings current as of 10/4/2026 10:53:38 AM CST.

Teacher Assistants, Substitute Teachers, and SSD employees may only apply for Certified Teacher positions as External Applicants.

Certified Teaching Positions:

Teacher Assistants, Substitute Teachers, and SSD employees may only apply for Certified Teacher positions as External Applicants.

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