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Teacher Assistant

Ozark Opportunities Inc·Mountain Home, Arkansas

$13 - $15/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

Assist the lead teacher in implementing learning experiences to advance children's intellectual and physical development. Maintain a safe, healthy classroom environment and collaborate with family support workers and nutrition coordinators.

Ozark Opportunities, Inc. is seeking motivated professionals that are passionate about early childhood education. We are urgently hiring one candidate.

The ABC Teacher Assistant role is responsible for assisting the ABC Teacher to implement learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children. As well as promoting the involvement of the families of children in the assigned program and center.

This position would start in August at the beginning of the 26-27 school year. This position is 10 months in a year, furloughed during Spring Break week, summer break, Thanksgiving break, and Christmas break. Furloughed employees are able and encouraged to draw unemployment during these times

Within the first year of employment, you will be required to obtain CDA and CPR credentials, this is training that Ozark Opportunities, Inc. provides for employees.

Why Join Our Team?

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

Work alongside a dedicated, mission-driven team.

Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Help create positive, inclusive learning environments where every child can succeed.

Great Total Rewards Package: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (eligible after 60-day waiting period) Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (eligible after 60-day waiting period) Company Paid AirEvac Family Membership (eligible after 90-day waiting period) Accrual of paid sick leave (eligible after 90-day waiting period) Participation in the 403b retirement plan (eligible after 3-month waiting period)

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Assist the Teacher in carrying out the daily lesson plan and appropriate center activities. Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and healthy classroom environment that meets health and safety regulations and supports children’s sense of security away from home. Work closely with the Teacher to ensure developmental tasks are completed per ECLKC and OHS requirements. Work closely with Family Support Workers to ensure family needs are met. Work closely with Health & Nutrition Coordinator to ensure children are screened, needs identified and met, if applicable. Work closely with Nutrition Specialties to ensure healthy practices. Assists with the recruitment of volunteers and future clients for service. Attend family meetings as needed. Work with Coordinators to ensure In-Kind requirements are met. Mandated reporter of suspected cases of Child Abuse and Neglect. We expect qualified candidates to have experience in a teaching environment or with low-income families. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as basic knowledge of computer operation and software. They must have an active and unhindered Driver’s License with personal reliable transportation, a high school diploma or equivalent. Successfully pass Criminal Background including FBI fingerprint and Child Maltreatment checks.
  • Physical
  • REQUIREMENTS: Frequent lifting (able to lift up to 50lbs.), bending, stooping movements within the classroom. Agility to move around classroom furniture and materials. Occasional driving to trainings.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and pass a criminal background check. Experience in teaching or working with low-income families is expected.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Written Communication
  • Computer Literacy
  • Classroom Management
  • Oral Communication
  • Child Development
  • Family Engagement
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Lesson Plan Implementation

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Company Paid AirEvac Family Membership
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • 403b Retirement Plan

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$13 - $15/hr
Location
Mountain Home, Arkansas
Posted
Jul 20, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Ozark Opportunities Inc

OZARK OPPORTUNITIES, INC is a private, non-profit 501c3 established in 1969 as a Community Action Agency providing services to six counties in Arkansas: Baxter, Boone, Marion, Newton, Searcy and Van Buren. The Mission of Ozark Opportunities, Inc. is to partner with...

Salary listed on 11 jobs
IndustryCommunity Services
TypeNonprofit
Size51-200 employees
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Market context

Arkansas classroom teacher roles stay locally competitive

In Arkansas, classroom teacher openings often reflect steady demand in districts serving diverse student needs, especially when experience with at-risk children is preferred. These roles can be competitive because candidates are expected to balance classroom support, basic technology skills, and physical requirements, while also considering benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and continuing education. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting if you meet the diploma, CDA preference, lifting, and Microsoft Office expectations.

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