Teacher Assistant - Head Start

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Family-Friendly Work Environment

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is seeking a part-time Teacher Assistant for its Head Start program in Stewart 6, Missouri. The role supports classroom operations by fostering a warm learning space and collaborating with teachers and families to help preschoolers reach their potential.

Responsibilities include aiding instruction, managing daily routines, supervising children, and ensuring a safe, compliant classroom.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with preschool children.
• 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

Developmentally appropriate practices

Positive classroom environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Early Childhood degree

Job description

Position Title:Teacher Assistant
Department: Head Start
Location:Stewart 6
Reports To: Center Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Type:Part Time

About Us

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing poverty and strengthening communities by providing services and support to individuals and families throughout the Ozarks.

Position Overview

OACAC Head Start is seeking motivated team members for the position of Teacher Assistant. This role supports classroom operations by helping create a warm, welcoming learning environment that encourages children to reach their highest potential while collaborating with classroom staff and families.

Work Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• 8:30-2:00
• Part Time/Part Year (August-May)

Key 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

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working with preschool children
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Early Childhood degree

Required Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and families
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• Ability to provide a positive and supportive classroom environment

Compensation

• Salary range: $16.24 – $19.26 per hour
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Family-Friendly Work Environment
• Positive Team Culture

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring (if applicable)
• Family Care Safety Registry (FCSR) background check

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.