Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant – KVC Academy Kansas City

Pay: $18.00-$21.65 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-3:30 PM

Make a Difference Every Day

KVC Academy is seeking compassionate and dedicated Teacher Assistants to support students with special educational and behavioral needs. In this role, you'll work alongside teachers and clinical staff to create a positive learning environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

What You'll Do

• Support students in the classroom and during daily activities.
• Assist teachers with instructional and behavioral interventions.
• Help implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor student progress and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other school staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent AND meet one of the following requirements:

• Passed the ParaPro Assessment and can provide certification; OR
• Completed the Missouri 20-Hour Substitute Certificate Program and possess, or obtain within 60 days of hire, a valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate; OR
• Completed at least 36 college credit hours and possess, or obtain within 60 days of hire, a valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.

Note: Employees required to obtain a Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate must do so within 60 days of hire. Failure to obtain certification within this timeframe will result in separation of employment in accordance with Missouri requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Passion for working with children and supporting student success.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in challenging situations.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply policies, procedures, and written instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and maintain accurate documentation.
• Basic math skills, including working with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and measurements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment when carrying out written and verbal instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or coursework in education or a related field.
• Experience working with children in educational, behavioral health, or social service settings.
• Knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention, Autism Spectrum Disorder, emotional and behavioral disorders, and child development.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 403(b) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

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 an 83 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.

To learn more about this position or to apply, please visit our website at www.kvc.org/jobs.

We hope you will consider joining our team!