Make a Difference in Early Childhood Education-Even If It's Just for a Season!
Central Missouri Community Action (CMCA) is seeking a caring, energetic individual to join our team as Temporary Classroom Aide in our Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms. This is a great opportunity to support children's development, assist teaching staff, and gain valuable experience in early childhood education-even if you're only available for a limited time. Pay is $13.75. Location is Gravois Mills, MO.
Why Join CMCA?
Make a direct impact on young children and families in your community
Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on growth, respect, and inclusivity
Enjoy a positive, team-oriented work environment
Receive training and professional development opportunities
What You'll Do:
Assist teachers in implementing classroom activities and daily routines
Help supervise and engage children in a safe, nurturing environment
Support children's learning, social-emotional growth, and daily needs
Create a clean and welcoming classroom environment
Assist with meal times and hygiene routines
Communicate positively with parents and classroom staff
Follow all safety, confidentiality, and licensing standards
Who You Are:
Patient, reliable, and enthusiastic about working with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers
Able to follow guidance from teachers and administrators
A team player who is flexible and eager to help where needed
Comfortable maintaining a physically active role (e.g., lifting up to 40 lbs., sitting on the floor with children, assisting with diapering and toileting)
Qualifications:
Experience working with young children or low-income families preferred
Early childhood certification is a plus
Must have a valid Missouri driver's license and reliable daily transportation
Schedule:
Temporary, flexible scheduling. May include part-time or full-time hours based on center needs. Typically, Tuesday through Friday during center hours.
Join our team and help children thrive-one small moment at a time. Apply today!
EOE. Find out more at cmca.us/careers
About Us: CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that they do, we offer our employees competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help them build rewarding and successful careers.
EOE. Please visit www.cmca.us/careers for more information about Community Action and the Head Start Program.
