Ensure classroom setting is organized, clean, and inviting.
Provide a positive educational and stimulating environment. Provide
a variety of developmentally appropriate activities for the
children in the classroom based on observed and assessed skills.
Maintain structure and classroom routine. Initiate transitions and
follow needs of children. Work toward mastery of Pre-Kindergarten
skills in a teacher-lead learning environment
Apply extensive knowledge of caring for children: nutritional
needs, physical needs for play and rest, normal development
patterns and behavior. Share duties (diapering, feeding,
supervising) with student assistants to meet the needs of the
children. Use charts, delegate duties, use memos, training or open
discussion to assign/divide work
Follow specified individualized care instructions and diet
restrictions to avoid allergic reactions and/or medical
emergencies. Complete meal charts and attendance records, as
required for funding. Ensure students are knowledgeable on
procedures regarding health, safety, legal liability of custodial
care (guardians, ex parte orders, allergic reactions, breathing
treatments)
Assess developmental skills of individual children and develop
learning goals for behavior or development. Routinely look for
children with delays/concerns. Identify changing needs,
developmental goals, delays/concerns and discuss with
parents
Shift
Monday-Friday, with shift between 6:00am-6:30pm
Minimum Qualifications
An Associate's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and
experience and some experience from which comparable knowledge and
skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this position has a flexible work schedule
that allows for changes, is motivating to children and coworkers,
has high energy, and has experience communicating effectively with
parents and coworkers.
4131 Child Development Assistant
- Minimum of nine (9) college credit hours in early childhood,
child development, youth development, child/family related courses;
OR
- Current CDA credential*. Missouri Accreditation will only
accept the PDF copy of the current CDA certificate and not the
confirmation email received stating the certificate is granted.
Also, expired CDA certificates will not be accepted.
4133 Child Development Teacher
- A career teaching certificate in early childhood or a
bachelor’s degree in a related educational field such as child
development.
Depending on qualifications, selected candidates may be placed
into one of several Child Development Center classifications.
Placement will be based on education, credentials, experience, and
accreditation requirements.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established
as $15.50-$26.87 hourly.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not
limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education,
skills, and experience, as well as organizational
requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans,
and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Grade: GGS 4, 5, or 8
University Title: CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT, ASOCIATE, OR
TEACHER
To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure
you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can
determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile
tile in myHR.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental
leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all
four UM System campuses. For additional information on University
benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity
& Title IX at 573-341-7734.
Apply for Job
Job Title CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/TEACHER
#00081789
Job ID 60946
Location Rolla
Department Child Development Ctr
Job Family Educational Support
Business Unit Missouri S & T
Posted Date 09/09/2026
Close Date Open Until Filled
