This position is Part Time for the 2026/2027 school year.

Hours  Mon-Thu 8:30-4

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

POSITION SUMMARY To improve the educational program by assisting the instructional and administrative staff. The Teaching Assistant will assist teachers, reinforcing materials and lessons covered in the classroom to facilitate student learning.  

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

• Supports and assists the teacher with daily lesson plan setup and classroom organization
• Helps maintain a clean, well-stocked, and organized environment
• Engages with students and supports routines and transitions throughout the day
• Follows an organized, flexible schedule and collaborates openly with the teacher
• Supports the teacher's classroom management and supervision plans
• Uses positive guidance techniques and provides choices when appropriate
• Communicates concerns appropriately to the classroom teacher, Preschool Coordinator, or Director of Early Learning
• Upholds the Parkway and Project Construct philosophy, emphasizing process over product
• Demonstrates a desire to grow professionally, especially in child development and constructivist practices
• Performs other duties as assigned

Parkway C-2 School District is a regular school district located in St. Louis County with 30 schools, 1,207 teachers and 17,122 students. Total Revenue is $296,901,000 and is trending flat. Parkway C-2 School District spends $13,981 per student per year on instruction.