Teacher Assistant - Head Start

Position: Teacher Assistant - Head Start

Location: 552 N Stewart Ave

Springfield, MO

Job :113

# of Openings:1

Position Information

Position Title: Teacher Assistant (Head Start)

Department: Head Start

Location: Stewart Head Start

Reports To: Lead Teacher

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Type: Part Time/Part Year (Aug-May)

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
• 27.5 hours per week
• Part Year (Aug-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
• Six (6) college credit hours or Preschool CDA
• Experience working with preschool children
• Willingness to obtain Early Childhood Development Specialization Certification through Ozarks Tech (paid for by employer)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Early Childhood degree
• Copy of transcript required with application

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: $16.57 – $19.65 per hour
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Family-Friendly Work Environment
• Positive Team Culture

Additional Information

Final date to receive applications: July 3, 2026 (Position Begins August 6th)

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.

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