Parkway Schools

Elementary School Teacher Assistant

Parkway Schools  •  Onsite  •  22 hours ago
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Job Description

This is a full time 1.0 position for the 2026-2027 school year

Required
At least 36 college credit hours- will need to provide official transcripts (and have translated if applicable)
OR
Completion of substitute teacher training - will need to provide a COPY of HS diploma, GED or HISET is needed (and have translated if applicable)

Either requirement above MUST have DESE Substitute Certification before you are able to work. Link to more information

Starting Pay: 17.38/hr with 36 hours of college credit or substitute teacher training
18.38/hr with 4 year degree
*Benefits Included*

To improve the educational program by assisting the instructional and administrative staff. The Teaching Assistant will assist full-time teachers, reinforcing materials and lessons covered in the classroom to facilitate student learning. Under the direction of a certified teacher, performs a variety of classroom, general, and clerical duties related to assisting a student.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES (Major duties which the position exists to perform)

  1. Performs supportive instructional tasks under the direction of a certified staff member.
  2. Supervise classrooms in emergency situations.
  3. Monitors students during independent work activities and provides assistance as needed.
  4. Provides tutorial assistance to students in one-to-one or small group arrangements.
  5. Provides practice and reinforcement activities for students as follow-up to direct instruction provided by the classroom teacher.
  6. Assists in preparation of instructional materials
  7. Performs supportive behavior management tasks under the direction of a certified staff member.
  8. Assists in implementing the classroom behavior management system as designed by a certified staff member.
  9. Provides emotional support and encouragement to students.
  10. Assists in the supervision of students throughout the school day (e.g., provides support services within regular classroom, loading/unloading of buses, lunch, recess, restroom, movement throughout the school building).
  11. Assists certified staff with clerical duties as needed.
  12. Perform other duties as assigned.
Parkway Schools

About Parkway Schools

Parkway Schools has a rich history as a premier public school district in the Midwest and St. Louis region. Parkway’s 29 schools and Early Childhood Center are nationally recognized for excellence in education. With more than 16,000 students, it is one of the largest districts in St. Louis County and Missouri.

——— Top Employer ———

Parkway is a top employer in the St. Louis region. Our employees value:

‣ Warm, supportive cultures where every employee and student is valued

‣ Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits

‣ Vast professional growth opportunities to advance careers

‣ Wellness offerings for employees and their families

——— Award-Winning Culture ———

Our schools and culture have been recognized with:

‣ Health Culture Award from the St. Louis Area Business Health Coalition

‣ Top 20 employer in the St. Louis region (St. Louis Business Journal)

‣ "Best High Schools" from U.S. News & World Report

‣ National School District of Character

‣ Best Communities for Music Education

——— Destination District ———

Parkway is frequently sought out as a place to work and enjoys high employee retention rates due in part to:

‣ Pathways to personal and professional career growth

‣ A commitment to employee and student well-being

‣ Historic community support for our schools, teachers, and staff

‣ Supportive, experienced Board of Education

The mission of the Parkway School District is to ensure all students are capable, curious and confident learners who understand and respond to the challenges of an ever-changing world.

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Chesterfield, Missouri
Year Founded
1954
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