MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma preferred
• Experience within the childcare profession preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in providing a learning environment for children that encourages imagination and self-discovery using hands-on activities
• Ensure a comfortable, clean, and safe environment for children
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with the students, parents, and staff
• Work a flexible schedule, which at times includes early and late hours
• Keep the director informed of all pertinent information regarding phases of the center's programs
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of accurate records, such as attendance, lunch counts, daily reports, and accident/illness reports
• Substitute for classroom teacher when needed
• Complete twelve clock hours of child-related training at the center per calendar year
• Any other duties as assigned

For a complete listing of job responsibilities and fitness for duty requirements, see our Early Childhood Center Staff Assistant Job Description at www.mvr3.k12.mo.us

     TERMS: $17.35+ per hour with possible steps for experience;Full-time with benefits; 9-month contract

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 school year

SCREENING TO BEGIN: Immediately; open until filled

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt

Recommendation to be given at the August or September 2026 Board of Education meeting.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION:  The Meramec Valley R-III School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law in the admission, access to, treatment, and employment in its programs, services and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning Meramec Valley R-III School District's compliance with nondiscrimination laws is directed to contact Mr. Tom Sauvage, Assistant Superintendent, at 126 North Payne Street, Pacific, MO  63069, (636-271-1400).

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Meramec Valley R-III School District is a regular school district located in Franklin County with 9 schools, 212 teachers and 3,256 students. Total Revenue is $43,980,000 and is trending flat. Meramec Valley R-III School District spends $11,798 per student per year on instruction.