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Riverside, MO30+ days ago

If you’re bursting with love for kids and bring experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to inspire, nurture, and create magical learning moments. Canterbury Academy, a vibrant part of the Cadence Education family, is on the hunt for a passionatePreschool Lead Teacherto join our team of childcare superstars!

Springfield, MO30+ days ago

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.

Fenton, MO30+ days ago

St. Louis, MO13 days ago

The Lead Guide reports to the School Principal and works in partnership with their assistant guide, other instructional staff, and parents to nurture the comprehensive development of all children in the school grounded in the Montessori method of education. The Montessori Guide’s responsibilities include creating lesson plans and curricula focused on developing social, physical, intellectual, and emotional skills, assessing children’s individual needs, and communicating with parents as required.

St. Louis, Missouri30+ days ago

$31,200–$35,000

Education Requirements: Child Development Associate (CDA) certified or Degree in Early Childhood Education or other related field and minimum 3 years experience in teaching preschool curriculum. The Lead Teacher will plan and implement learning opportunities that further the children's social, emotional, cognitive, physical growth and development while acting as the primary resource for parents.

St. Peters, MO23 days ago

$31,200–$47,840

O2B Kids is a part of O2B Early Education which began in Gainesville, FL in 1998 and has grown widely in Florida, Georgia, Missouri, Alabama and Minnesota, with MANY locations on the horizon, including several locations in each state. If you were to come onbaord, we have the option of an earlier start date at an existiing location, or to wait until closer to the opening date of this location.

Kansas City, MO27 days ago

$17–$18 Per Hour
Full-time

Westport Montessori in Kansas City is looking to hire a Full-time Lead teacher for our Preschool classroom! Willing to Train with our In-House Digital and Practical Training System .

St. Louis, MO13 days ago

The Lead Guide reports to the School Principal and works in partnership with their assistant guide, other instructional staff, and parents to nurture the comprehensive development of students in their classroom(s). Recruiting staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status, or other statuses protected by law.

St. Louis, MO13 days ago

The Lead Guide reports to the School Principal and works in partnership with their assistant guide, other instructional staff, and parents, to nurture the comprehensive development of all children in the school grounded in the Montessori method of education. Recruiting staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status, or other statuses protected by law.

Joplin, MO30+ days ago

St Louis, MO30+ days ago

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St. Louis, MO5 days ago

Planning and implementing hands-on, developmentally appropriate experiences tailored to two-year-olds that support emerging language, motor development, curiosity, and early social skills utilizing the Creative Curriculum and Reggio models. Using the Conscious Discipline model to help the children identify emotions, build trust with caregivers, and navigate early peer interactions with guidance and empathy.

Lee's Summit, MO10 days ago

$16–$17.50 Per Hour
Full-time

Winterset Montessori in Lee's Summit, is a licensed childcare center, looking to hire a Lead Teacher to support our PreK classroom! Willing to Train with our In-House Digital and Practical Training System .

St. Louis, MO30 days ago

$42,000–$54,000 Per Year

Last day of school year: Interviewing NOW March - June 2026. Alternative or provisional certification is accepted.

Lee's Summit, MO10 days ago

$16–$17 Per Hour
Full-time

Child Prodigy East of Lee's Summit is a licensed childcare centers seeking Full-time Lead Teachers for our Infant and Toddler classrooms! This includes covering staff members’ breaks, filling in for staff members in their absences, and assuming the classroom duties of staff members.

Creve Coeur, MO30+ days ago

$39,000–$41,000 Per Year

At Guidepost Montessori, our Lead Children's House Guides empower children ages 3–6 to grow into confident, capable learners through thoughtfully prepared environments and respectful, individualized guidance. Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 3 months to 6 years in our Nido, Toddler, and Children's House programs.

Gravois Mills, MO12 days ago

$16.31–$19.57 Per Hour

As a nurturing Teacher, you will positively influence the lives of children aged 3 to 5 years, fostering their growth and development through evidence-based early childhood education. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live.

St. Louis, MO30+ days ago

Recruiting staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status, or other statuses protected by law. • With the age of students ranging from age 21⁄2 to 6 years, this role may require assisting with toileting, including the cleanup of bathroom messes, and nap time for the youngest of students.

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Columbia, MO1 day ago

$16–$18 Per Hour
Full-time

Green Meadows Preschool is more than just a Daycare, we are a Learning Center where imagination takes flight, skills are practiced and learned for the first time, friends are made, creativity happens, and where smiles emerge. Green Meadows Preschool in Columbia is looking for an energetic, nurturing Lead Teacher to join our team in the Infant Classroom!

KCMO, MO23 days ago

$18–$23 Per Hour

Requires excellent long distance and near vision to monitor children's activities both indoors and outdoors in various light conditions, as well as hearing capabilities to respond to children's needs and maintain safety in a moderately noisy environment. Oversee the daily operations of the classroom including, but not limited to scheduled activities, projects, implementation of curriculum and lesson plans, classroom décor, and classroom cleanliness .

St. Louis, MO23 days ago

This position supports multiple age groups and partners with Lead and Assistant Teachers to ensure each child experiences consistent care, meaningful interactions, and engaging, play-based learning. If you believe in the power of early childhood education and love supporting children of all ages as they learn, grow, and discover, we'd be delighted to meet you!

Ballwin, MO30+ days ago

$39,000–$41,000 Per Year

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old in our Nido, Toddler, and Children's House programs. As a Lead Toddler Guide, you'll lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment thoughtfully designed to support children during one of the most formative stages of development.

Saint Louis, MO30+ days ago

$39,000–$41,000 Per Year

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old in our Nido, Toddler, and Children's House programs. At Guidepost Montessori, our Lead Infant Guides create calm, nurturing environments where infants are respected as capable individuals from the very beginning.

Saint Louis, MO30+ days ago

$39,000–$41,000 Per Year

Arnold, MO19 days ago

Join JFCAC Head Start as a Teacher, where you'll play a key role in preparing children for school readiness through engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. As a Early Head Start Teacher, you'll create a warm, stimulating classroom environment where young children can learn, explore, and grow.

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St Clair, MO5 days ago

Join JFCAC Head Start as a Teacher, where you'll play a key role in preparing children for school readiness through engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. As a Head Start Teacher, you'll create a warm, stimulating classroom environment where young children can learn, explore, and grow.

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St. Thomas, VI2 days ago

This role provides flexible classroom coverage and instructional support across grade levels as needed, helping students remain engaged, safe, and supported when a lead teacher is absent or additional support is required. The substitute teacher implements provided lesson plans, maintains age-appropriate classroom routines, supports positive behavior and social-emotional development, and collaborates with colleagues to ensure a smooth and productive school day.

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Wildwood, MO2 days ago

$15.75–$17.50 Per Hour
Full-time

The Elegant Child in Wildwood is a licensed childcare center seeking a full-time Assistant Teacher for our Toddler and Preschool classrooms! Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.

St. Louis, MO30+ days ago

Reporting to the School Principal, the Elementary Assistant Guide’s role is to provide guidance and continuity for an instructional program delivered with both Montessori and an anti-bias/anti-racist pedagogy. Assistant Guides are also crucial in modeling courteous and respectful behavior as well as contributing to the warm, supportive, and calm atmosphere that is the hallmark of an authentic Montessori environment.

Kansas City, Missouri23 days ago

ECE Substitutes is hiring Flexible Early Childhood Teachers to support classrooms in preschools and childcare centers across the Kansas City metro. Whether you want to work 2 days a week or build a full-time schedule over time, we’ll match you with opportunities that fit your availability and interests.

Dardenne Prairie, MO30+ days ago

$14–$16 Per Hour

The Morgan School-Dardenne Prairie is seeking an energetic and professional individual to join our team and assist in the day-to-day operations at our school. This individual will be responsible for meal prep, cooking and assisting teachers in classrooms.

Cottleville, MO24 days ago

$15.25–$16.50 Per Hour

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Toddler Teacher to join our team and provide high-quality care and education to toddlers in our child care center. The Toddler Teacher will be responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for toddlers, planning and implementing age-appropriate activities, and communicating with parents about their child's development and progress.

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Central Administrative Office Cape Girardeau, MO1 day ago

The Teacher Assistant is responsible for helping to promote a positive and creative learning environment in which students feel cared for, respected, and excited to participate; assisting the assigned classroom teacher in all aspects of the program, working with the recess program, attending scheduled meetings, and other duties as assigned. Ability and willingness to team-teach and/or co-teach with a lead teacher or regular classroom teachers.

Ellsinore, MO30+ days ago

Full-time

Stimulate parent involvement in classroom activities, utilize parents as volunteers in the center and assist Parent Committees in organizing and conducting programs. Plan the most efficient route, in cooperation with other center staff, taking weather conditions into consideration, and make all designated stops unless otherwise advised by Center Staff.

Arnold, Missouri30+ days ago

The Goddard School is an education and curriculum-based facility where the focus is on academic growth as well as social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development. We are looking for fun-loving teacherswho are passionate about Early Childhood education!

Piedmont, MO30+ days ago

Full-time

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher in carrying out daily activities designed to provide for the physical, emotional, nutritional, social and intellectual development of the children within an environment that is safe, healthy and conducive to learning. Attend parent committee meetings, center staff meetings, in-service training, and other training as required or requested by management staff and/or supervisor.

Kansas City, MO30+ days ago

$18–$20 Per Hour
Full-time

Westport Montessori in Kansas City is looking to hire a Full-time Lead teacher for our Toddler age classroom! Willing to Train with our In-House Digital and Practical Training System .

St. Charles, MO24 days ago

$15.25–$16 Per Hour

The Preschool Teacher will be responsible for implementing lesson plans, supervising and interacting with children, and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Preschool Teacher to join our team and provide high-quality education and care to young children.

St. Louis, MO12 days ago

This role supports children as they explore the world through play, build early social‑emotional skills, and practice emerging self‑help skills during this exciting stage of development. Assisting with engaging, hands‑on, developmentally appropriate activities that promote language, motor skills, early problem‑solving, and social‑emotional learning.

St. Louis, MO30+ days ago

Keep detailed records relating to student conditions, care plans, therapies, and progress In order to fulfill these responsibilities, the ideal Special Education Teacher candidate will also possess: • The ability to build good relationships with children, parents, teachers and social workers. Montessori School needs a distinct personality to handle the different kinds of children and parents and maintain a level of professionalism.

Saint Robert, MO9 days ago

Full-time

Located in Saint Robert, MO, Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri’s goal is to provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and compassion. Experience in a mental health setting (preferably with adolescents), and knowledge of child/adolescent growth and development, and the ability to relate to adolescents with substance abuse or mental health problems is preferred.

Springfield, Missouri17 days ago

You’ll be part of a team that truly feels like a family who are focused on creating an environment where kids truly enjoy class and begin a journey of learning that will lead to success! Continued Education Opportunities Include: First Aid & CPR Training, AED Training, Professional Development Clock Hours and a tuition reimbursement program.

Waynesville, MO19 days ago

Full-time

Located in Waynesville, MO, Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri’s goal is to provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and compassion. Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.

O Fallon, MO30+ days ago

Cadence Academy Preschool, a proud member of the Cadence Education family, is on the lookout for an enthusiasticPreschool Teacher Assistantto join our team of childcare superstars! If you’re bursting with love for kids and have experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to support young explorers and make every moment sparkle.

Riverside, MO30+ days ago

If youve got a knack for childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, come join our squad of fun-loving, dedicated educators who make every day an adventure! Canterbury Academy, a proud member of the Cadence Education family, is on the hunt for a Substitute Preschool Teacher bursting with energy, creativity, and a passion for kids!

Pacific, Missouri22 days ago

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Branson, Missouri3 days ago

$16.57–$19.65 Per Hour

As an Assistant Teacher, you will create a warm, welcoming classroom environment that helps children reach their highest potential while partnering with parents and your co-teaching team to help make this happen. OACAC Head Start is seeking motivated team members for the position of Head Start Preschool Teacher Assistant.

saint louis, MO30+ days ago

Working closely with a classroom teacher and under the guidance of the principal, you’ll bring learning to life through hands‑on support and meaningful interactions. If you love supporting young learners and thrive in a lively, team‑oriented environment, this Teacher Assistant position might be your perfect fit.

Cardwell, MO29 days ago

Full-time

The teacher will A.) Schedule, complete and track all required home visits and parent/teacher conferences, B.) Schedule and complete child developmental screenings and assessments, C.) Ensure collection of and timely online entry of classroom observations and documentations, D.) Complete assessment finalization checkpoints for all children within the specified time frame for each event. Maintain required documentation (including but not limited to child roster/absentee list, meal count, classroom child file, case notes, developmental screenings, and assessments, etc.) on children and classroom activities and submit written reports to the Child Development Coordinator in a timely manner.

Columbia, MO30+ days ago

Technology: Integrate technology into daily instruction; present information to students using a variety of media; Access and present information from online sources in a manner that enhances instruction; lead and monitor students as they perform online research; Instruct in buildings/classes where students are actively using 1-to-1 technology such as laptop computers, iPads, and other devices; Lead students in creating and presenting multi-media projects when such assignments enhance student learning; Use district software for recording grades and finding student information; Readily utilize smart boards, projectors and other instructional technology provided by the district; Adhere to all District policies and procedures regarding technology use. Reasoning: Solve a variety of problems in many different situations; Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; Apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students; Demonstrate executive functions such as planning, organizing, remembering, and regulating information and behavior as they pertain to student performance and achievement.

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