Douglass Community Services
Location
Pike County, Missouri
Salary
$15 - $15 / HOUR
Support the Lead Teacher in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment to promote the development of young children. Assist with lesson planning, daily activities, and maintaining communication with families while ensuring child safety.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications. Candidates must enroll in a Child Development Associate (CDA) program to be completed within two years of hire.
$15.30 per hour (Level 15 - non-exempt position)
Outstanding Work-Life Balance Full-time schedule: 40 hours per week, 38 weeks per year No evenings, weekends, or overtime required
Outstanding Work-Life Balance Health, dental, and vision insurance + FREE life insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays and extended winter/holiday break Paid sick time and inclement weather days Tuition assistance and ongoing professional development opportunities Career advancement potential
What You’ll Do Support a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that promotes children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development Assist the Lead Teacher with lesson planning, curriculum implementation, documentation, and daily classroom activities Provide positive guidance and build strong relationships that support children’s learning and family engagement Prepare classroom materials and maintain routines that support healthy habits, including nutrition and self-care practices Serve as Lead Teacher in their absence, helping coordinate and manage daily classroom operations Maintain communication with families and staff while ensuring confidentiality, completing required trainings, and following mandated reporting responsibilities
What We’re Looking For High School Diploma or GED required Must enroll in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program (to be completed within 2 years of hire) CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain Basic computer skills including word processing and data entry Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to maintain confidentiality and build positive relationships with children and families Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with initiative and sound judgment Genuine enthusiasm for working with young children in an early learning setting
The above description is not a comprehensive listing of all job specific responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Apply today at douglassonline.org Douglass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and Drug-Free Workplace.
Market context
Assistant Teacher openings in Missouri are often driven by steady classroom support needs in early childhood and K-12 settings. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for reliability, a high school diploma or GED, age eligibility, and a clean background check, while benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the school’s schedule, classroom age group, and onboarding steps before applying.
Salary benchmark
$35,228 avg / yr
Typical range: $31,200–$37,440 based on 32 active listings in Missouri