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DAEOC

Teacher Assistant (Dexter HS)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $15–$21/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Dexter, MO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/22/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$33,941 / year median in Missouri

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Purpose:

The Teacher Assistant will work cooperatively, assisting the center staff with the operations of the center/classroom, doing daily bus duty and other duties as deemed necessary.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Carry out assigned duties according the Head Start Performance Standards and Program Policies and Procedures. Assist classroom teacher and be actively engaged and involved in the operations of the classroom. Assist with any assessments and screenings as directed. Assure that no child is left alone. Ensure proper voice tone is used with children, families, staff and public. Assist with data entry as directed.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent and CDA is required as well as experience working with young children and low income families Salary is based on education level ($15.00 - 21.00 per hour). Base pay for teachers possessing a Bachelor's degree = $21.00 per hour.

GREAT BENEFITS!

Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Employer subsidized retirement plan Paid Holidays Paid Sick and Vacation leave DAEOC is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin or other protected classification.