Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant with daycare or preschool experience needed to assist the teacher in classroom activities. Share responsibility for the health, education, and welfare of children ages 0 to 5 years old. $13.73+/hr. Pay based on qualifications. Located in California, MO.

Job Duties:

• Ensure positive guidance when interacting with children.
• Ensure a secure, health-conscious, and well-organized setting to accommodate the needs and requirements of infants and toddlers.
• Maintain the health and safety of children under the care of CMCA
• Create and maintain a nurturing environment where both children and parents feel comfortable and welcome.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Daycare, preschool, or childcare work experience is helpful.
• Prefer CDA or related Associates degree
• Tailor approaches to meet the individual needs of the children.

Benefits:

• Excellent insurance package
• Generous paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and paid winter break
• Opportunity for overtime.
• Opportunities for advancement.

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.

Location: 65081