Teacher Assistant - Head Start

Teacher Assistant - Head Start Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Springfield, MO Job Details Part-time $16.57 - $19.65 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Qualifications Confidential information handling Teacher collaboration Family collaboration in education High school diploma or GED Working with families Teaching experience with young children Classroom Teaching Classroom community building

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Teacher Assistant (Head Start)

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Head Start Location:

Stewart Head Start Reports To:

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Part Time/Part Year (Aug-May) About Us Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing poverty and strengthening communities by providing services and support to individuals and families throughout the Ozarks. 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

Benefits Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Medical and Dental Insurance Tuition Assistance Paid Training Opportunities Family-Friendly Work Environment Positive Team Culture Additional Information Application Deadline:

July 3, 2026 (Position Begins August 6th) Applicants may apply online at www.oac.ac. Applications and resumes are required by the deadline to be considered. 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.