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Central Missouri Community Action

Substitute Teacher for Head Start

Pay: $16.30–$19.57/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Columbia, MO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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A Substitute Teacher teaches or supervises classes for teachers who are away on leave or sick. May substitute for teachers at several different schools or school districts. May substitute for one day or for a longer term absence; may follow lesson plans developed by the regular teacher, or work with teacher who will be out to create new lesson plans and assignments.

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Job Description

Substitute Teacher for Head Start Central Missouri Community Action - 3.7 Columbia, MO Job Details Full-time $16.30 - $19.57 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Retirement plan Qualifications Driver's License Teaching experience with young children Full Job Description Are you ready to make a difference in children's lives? Join Central Missouri Community Action (CMCA) as we lead the way in early childhood education! Head Start and Early Head Start are dedicated to providing quality education and care to children and families.

Position:

Full-Time Substitute Teacher Location:

Columbia and Jefferson City Areas Pay:

$16.31 to $19.57 per hour As a Substitute Teacher, you'll work with infants and toddlers up to 5 years old, helping them develop and grow through engaging early childhood education.

Job Requirements:

Requires 60 college credit hours.

Highly desired:

Either an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood, or a related degree with some coursework in Early Childhood, or a CDA. Experience teaching preschool age children required. Daycare, preschool, or childcare work experience is helpful. Prefer experience working with low-income families and children. Valid driver's license required.

Benefits:

Generous paid time off, including 10 paid holidays Work vehicle provided excellent medical, dental, life, and vision insurance Retirement Plan 4-day work week (Tuesday - Friday) Opportunities for advancement Professional development opportunities CMCA swag and spirit!

Schedule:

10 hour shift, Tuesday through Friday

ABOUT CENTRAL MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION

(CMCA) CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that they do, we offer our employees competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help them build rewarding and successful careers . EOE. Please visit www.cmca.us/careers for more information about Community Action and the Head Start Program.

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