Instructional Aide - Preschool (2026-27)

Instructional Aide - Preschool (2026-27) Job Details Job ID: 5631544 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Apr 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Position Title: Instructional Aide – Preschool Schedule / Grade: Full-time / IA Job Code: INSUP231 FLSA / FTE: Non-exempt / 1.0 FTE Benefits: Eligible (Retirees not benefit eligible) Contract Type: Notification Bargaining Unit: None Revised Date: 11/19/2014 Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $19.50 to $27.30 per hour Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Purpose This position is to assist the teacher with her/his reinforcing concepts/skills, monitoring student progress, assisting with discipline and assisting with the planning process for instructional goals or implementation of the intervention program. This is a full time position. Essential Responsibilities and Duties Assist the staff in implementing lesson plans or programs to meet the learning needs of a particular group of children. Work with staff to carry out daily classroom activities or program needs, supervising students, providing instructional support and caregiving services under supervision of staff. Assist the teachers in supervising students in non-classroom settings such as lunchroom/playground supervision and bus arrival/dismissal. Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District. District Expectations All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on policies, regulations and values, visit Reporting Relationships Reports To: Building Principal and Assistant Principal Supervises: None Qualifications Minimum: Missouri substitute teaching certificate; 36+ college credit hours, or associate's degree, or 20-hour DESE sub course, or ParaPro assessment. Prior experience in a school setting and/or working with young people. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree, Missouri teaching certificate, previous teaching experience, ability to work in a team teaching setting; a strong desire to teach and be responsible for instructing children as assigned. Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast‑paced environment. ADA Requirements Language: Read, comprehend, and produce written and oral instructions, correspondence, and memos; Communicate one-on-one and in small groups. Computation: Add, subtract, multiply, and divide using units of American money, weight, volume and distance. Reasoning: Understand and follow verbal and written instructions, solve problems involving concrete variables within standardized situations. Other Skills: Establish and maintain positive relationships with others while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries; demonstrate excellent oral, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; demonstrate excellent listening skills. Physical Demands: Speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously; move around a classroom to interact with and manage students/groups of students; read handwritten or printed material. Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position. Conditions and Environment: The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education