Teacher Assistant — New Madrid High School

Job overview

The Teacher Assistant role is onsite in New Madrid, MO. Compensation is $15.10–$21.13 per hour, with salary based on education level. The assistant supports center and classroom operations under Head Start standards and program policies. The role works cooperatively with classroom staff to support classroom activities, assessments, screenings, child supervision, and assigned data entry. It contributes to safe and consistent classroom operations and daily bus duty.

What you'll do

• Assist the classroom teacher and participate in classroom operations
• assist with assessments and screenings as directed
• ensure no child is left alone
• use appropriate voice tone with children, families, staff, and the public
• complete data entry as directed
• perform daily bus duty and other assigned duties.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

teacher assistant

head start

classroom support

early childhood

child supervision

assessments

screenings

data entry

bus duty

new madrid mo

daeoc

$15.10–$21.13/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• short- and long-term disability insurance
• employer-subsidized retirement plan
• paid holidays
• paid sick and vacation leave.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a CDA, and experience working with young children and low-income families.

About the employer

DAEOC is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.