Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Saint Louis, MO

Teacher Aides and Assistants play a crucial role in elementary education by providing support to teachers in managing classroom activities and enhancing the learning experience of students. These professionals assist in preparing instructional materials, supervising students in and outside the classroom, participating in parent-teacher meetings, and helping with administrative tasks. They may also provide individual attention to students who need extra help with their studies, monitor students' behavior, and assist teachers in grading assignments. Some Teacher Aides and Assistants may be specialized in working with students with special needs, aiding them in daily activities and following specified learning plans.

Important skills for Teacher Aides and Assistants include strong communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to assist with teaching and learning processes. They should also have basic computer skills for managing digital classroom tools. While no specific certifications are typically required, a paraprofessional certification or some college-level education in a related field are often preferred by employers. Prior to becoming a Teacher Aide or Assistant, individuals may have held positions such as a childcare worker, preschool aide, learning support assistant, or even a student teacher during their education training.

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Teacher Aide

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 hours ago

Job Description: City Garden Montessori School (City Garden) is the only Montessori charter school in Missouri, and we are one of the highest-performing charter schools in the state. Our team...

Summer Camp - AM Part-Time Preschool Assistant - Lindbergh Early Childhood Education Summer Camp Dates: June 2 - August 8 ALL STAFF Summer Camp Orientation: May 29 & May 30 Part-time placed position...

Summer Camp - PM Part-Time Preschool Assistant - Lindbergh Early Childhood Education Summer Camp Dates: June 2 - August 8 ALL STAFF Summer Camp Orientation: May 29 & May 30 Part-time placed position...

Summer Camp - Full-time Preschool Assistant - Lindbergh Early Childhood Education Summer Camp Dates: June 2-August 8 ALL STAFF Summer Camp Orientation: May 29 & May 30 Full-time position, 8 hours/day...

Instructional Aide at Holman Elementary

  • Berkeley, MO (11 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Berkeley, MO (11 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Instructional Aide at Holman Elementary Ferguson-Florissant School District HOLMAN ELEMENTARY - Berkeley, Missouri This job is also posted in Ferguson-Florissant School District Job Details Job...

Support Staff - Custodian (Evenings) - Pattonville Early Childhood Center - 2024-2025

  • Saint Ann, MO (12 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Saint Ann, MO (12 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 10 days ago

Openings as of 2/28/2025 Support Staff - Custodian (Evenings) - Pattonville Early Childhood Center - 2024-2025 JobID: 3542 Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian Date Posted: 2/25/2025...

Child Care Assistant Teacher

  • Ballwin, MO (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Ballwin, MO (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 13 days ago

Complete extensive training on childcare, preschool and child development topics....

Teacher Aide

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 13 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 13 days ago

Hancock Place School District has an Opening for an Early Childhood Teacher Assistant for the 2025-2026 School Year Full-time classroom assistant with primary responsibility to supervise and...

Summer School-Teachers Assistant

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 16 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 16 days ago

Summer School-Teacher's Assistant Confluence Academies Confluence Academies - St. Louis, Missouri This job is also posted in Confluence Academies Job Details Job ID:4968975 Application...

Daycare Teacher Assistant

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 19 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 19 days ago

Located at the Child Development Center, Newstead Avenue Benefits start in first thirty days Overview St. Louis Children’s Hospital is dedicated to improving the health and lives of children....

Tutor for Accelerated Learning

  • Kirkwood, MO (13 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 20 days ago
  • Kirkwood, MO (13 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 20 days ago

Tutor for Accelerated Learning JobID: 2300 Position Type: Support Staff - Building Date Posted: 2/18/2025 Location: Kirkwood High School (KHS) Closing Date: 02/24/2025 Additional Information:...

Daycare Assistant Teacher

  • Arnold, MO (18 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 29 days ago
  • Arnold, MO (18 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 29 days ago

Complete extensive training on childcare, preschool and child development topics....

Preschool Classroom Aide - Afternoon

  • Fenton, MO (17 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fenton, MO (17 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

implementing a program that maintains the preschool philosophy and curriculum....

Support Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher - Bayer YMCA

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Support planning and coordination of a program and its activities. Ensure individual needs of participants are met within program guidelines. Utilize sound judgment and discretionary skills in...

Assistant Teacher

  • Ballwin, MO (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ballwin, MO (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Your Role We're looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable Assistant Teachers (Guides) to support a mixed-age class of Infants, Toddlers, and preschool (ages 3-6) children in a Montessori environment....

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Saint Louis, MO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.1%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
7.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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