PreK Teacher Assistant

School Overview

St. Louis Voices Academy of Media Arts is an innovative charter public school serving students and families within St. Louis City. The school began with kindergarten through first grade and will add one grade per year, ultimately serving grades K–5. St. Louis Voices Academy emphasizes media and storytelling, whole-child development, real-world inquiry, and progressive learner autonomy as foundational design elements supporting its mission.

St. Louis Voices Academy leverages media arts and storytelling to equip students with the agency to excel academically, author their own futures, and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

We believe that children may need more academic and social-emotional support than one teacher can offer a preK classroom. To this end, skilled and caring Assistants assist and support students' academic and social-emotional needs. This role serves as a unique opportunity for talented individuals who love early childhood.

• Provide instructional reinforcement for individual students or small groups of students
• Assist teacher with classroom management and general supervision of the class
• Assist with administrative duties such as setting up equipment and preparing materials
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, specials, hallways, during recess, and on field trips
• Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs
• Support students with special needs by following provisions specified in their IEPs/504 Plans
• Perform other duties as directed by the classroom teacher and school administration
• Implement and enhance the school’s systems and culture
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Commit to professional growth
• Perform all duties as assigned.

• Experience:
  
  1-2 years in teaching, tutoring, or youth development (preferred)
• Commitment to Student Growth:
  Passion for supporting academic and social-emotional development
• Core Values:
  Embodies our values of Community, Commitment, Courage, Confidence, Compassion, and Celebration
• Problem-Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  Thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities with a strategic, proactive approach
• Professionalism:
  Takes personal responsibility and is committed to continuous professional growth
• Growth Mindset:
  Self-motivated learner who actively seeks and applies feedback
• Mission-Driven:
  Alignment with our mission to leverage media and storytelling to empower students
• Education:
  
  Minimum of 60 college credits (or DESE alternative); bachelor’s degree preferred

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Extensive professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Innovative, mission-driven school community
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunities for growth in a dynamic, student-centered learning environment

St. Louis Voices Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team.