Teacher Assistant I, II, III

OAI has an immediate opening for a Teacher Assistant at the Licking Head Start Center in Licking, Missouri. Interested applicants may pick up an application and position description at any OAI location or apply by downloading and returning the application below. $15.13 minimum per hour for non-credentialed staff; $16.21 for credentialed staff/$TBD; Classification: C-8 (36 – 40 hours when school is in session); Benefits after 90 days. Objectives To assist and support the classroom teacher in promoting social, emotional, and educational development of children and to provide support and guidance to parents and families in order to integrate classroom activities with home activities. Education and Experience Teacher Assistant Non-Credentialed Range 14 Does not meet the education requirement items listed below. Teacher Assistant Credentialed Range 13 High School Diploma or HiSet; Preschool CDA requirement. Teacher Assistant I: Entry Level Range 12 Associate Degree in Early Childhood or Equivalent Coursework that meets Head Start Performance Standards; Note: Infant/Toddler Specific coursework required for EHS placement. Teacher Assistant II: Mid-Level Range 11 Baccalaureate Degree in Early Childhood or related field with a minimum of 12 Early Childhood credits; Alternative Equivalent coursework that meets or exceeds Head Start Performance Standards. Teacher Assistant III: Advanced Level Range 10 Master’s Degree in Early childhood or related field with a minimum of 12 Early Childhood credits. Alternative Equivalent coursework approved that meets or exceeds the Head Start Performance Standards. Specific Responsibilities Meet established child development outcomes; Ensure compliance with program regulations and standards; Provide child transportation; Maintain records; Contribute to team effort; Teamplayer: promote Head Start program; develop professional and technical knowledge. Applications may be accessed online by downloading the application below. Please forward a completed application and verification of education and training by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Applicants must be able to pass background screening, physical, and TB test/TB assessment and Class E requirement. Posting expires 8/5/2026. If interested in applying, please forward a completed employment application by the closing date listed above or apply online. Forward completed applications to: Ozark Action, Inc. Attn: Personnel 710 E. Main St. West Plains, MO 65775 View phone number on click.appcast.io Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Fax; View email address on click.appcast.io Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD—Missouri Relay Number is View phone number on click.appcast.io or dial 711 for assistance. OAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 2023 Employment Application-Final #J-18808-Ljbffr Oaiwp