Early Education Support Specialist

Pay Rate: $17.87/hour Hours: Vary by school; shifts fall between 7 AM–5 PM Step into a role where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and every day brings a chance to shape a child’s future. Your daily impact will include: Supporting individual students or small groups to reinforce lessonsGuiding independent study, enrichment, and remedial activities.

What You’ll DoAs a Teacher Assistant, you’ll be an essential partner in the classroom—helping students ages 3–12 grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Working closely with a classroom teacher and under the guidance of the principal, you’ll bring learning to life through hands‑on support and meaningful interactions.Your daily impact will include:

•      Supporting individual students or small groups to reinforce lessonsGuiding independent study, enrichment, and remedial activities
•      Assisting with grading, prepping materials, and organizing classroom toolsHelping lead group activities and school‑wide events
•      Preparing supplies and instructional resources for daily learningSupervising students during lunch, recess, field trips, and special events
•      Participating in professional development to sharpen your skillsPitching in wherever needed to keep the classroom running smoothly What You BringSkills & Strengths
•      A flexible, upbeat, collaborative spiritClear and confident communication in English
•      Basic computer skills or a willingness to learnA commitment to quality, care, and student success
•      Unique interests or hobbies that enrich the learning environmentComfort working with students from diverse backgroundsExperience
•      Experience working with young children (ages 3–12)Familiarity with educational settings or tutoring (preferred)
•      Basic computer literacy Education RequirementsYou must meet one of the following:60+ college credit hours
•      Associate’s degree or higherPassing score on the Missouri ParaPro or Paraprofessional Assessment
•      Completion of Missouri’s online Substitute Training ProgramValid Missouri Substitute Teaching CertificateApproval by the Board of Education

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