Teacher Assistant

Job overview

The Teacher Assistant role is an onsite position in Richmond, MO. The posting lists compensation of $15.30 per hour. Missouri Valley Community Action Agency’s mission is to engage communities and coordinate resources to improve the lives of people experiencing poverty. The assistant supports the Head Start teacher in creating a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages three to five. The role helps implement activities, maintain classroom records and supplies, support families, and contribute to children’s learning and development.

What you'll do

• Assist with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans
• guide volunteers
• maintain classroom and playground supplies
• maintain child-family documentation
• manage the classroom during the teacher’s temporary absence
• support parent committees and family access to community resources
• observe and document children’s progress
• follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
• support transitions and field trips
• participate in training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

teacher assistant

head start

early childhood education

child development

classroom support

richmond mo

missouri valley community action agency

$15.30/hr

full-time

high school diploma or ged

driver’s license

cda credential

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• a 403(b) retirement plan with a 50% match of employee contributions
• and additional community support.

Why this role

Head Start position also includes bus monitor duties; requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to earn a Child Development Associate Credential within 18 months unless already credentialed.

About the employer

Missouri Valley Community Action Agency is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.