The Teacher Assistant-Youth Care Specialist (TA-YCS) supports the teacher with supervision, grading, planning, and other classroom activities. Additionally, they provide for the physical and emotional needs of clients in the cottage and contribute to a positive group living experience.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday (following a school year calendar)
• 8:00AM start time, 3:00PM end time (8-hours)

Compensation:

• $15-17 an hour, dependent on education and experience

Potential For Growth

This position offers, an abundance of on-the-job, paid training. Our goal is to set you up for success in the classroom while helping you develop yourself professionally, adding to your resume/portfolio.

Teacher Assistants - Entry Level/High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Embarking on a career in special education/behavioral health? KVC Missouri assists in kick-starting your journey by covering the cost of your Parapro Assessment.

Teacher Assistants/Paraprofessionals - with 60 Credit Hours

• We prioritize internal promotion. With 60 credit hours, KVC Missouri supports your advancement by covering the cost of your Substitute Certificate, paving the way to a Teacher I position.

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years old to apply
• Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required
• Valid driver's license
• Valid auto insurance

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with a 77 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.

If you are a compassionate and caring individual who is looking for a rewarding career in the mental health/social services field, then we encourage you to apply.

We hope you will consider joining

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• Elementary school
• High school
• Middle school

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

School type:

• Special education school

Application Question(s):

• KVC's licensing bodies requires that all employees be at least 21 years of age. Are you at least 21 years of age? Answer Yes or No.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint James, MO: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person