Classroom Associate Job Des Moines area,Iowa USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Classroom Associate - Weeks

Classroom Associate

This position is funded with Title I funds.

The Classroom Associate supports classroom teachers with instruction and student supervision. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the district.

Essential Functions:

Assist and support the classroom teacher with reading and math instruction; working with small groups or individual students.

Assist the teacher in monitoring student progress by maintaining records and providing feedback as requested.

Take directions for instruction from the classroom teacher. Work in collaboration with teacher(s) using developmentally appropriate practices.

Use positive reinforcement techniques and strategies to assist in managing behavior throughout the school routine including transition times, lunch, and recess.

Maintain professional learning and growth by attending provided training.

Other duties, as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Standing
- Frequent 33% - 66%
Walking
- Frequent 33% - 66%
Sitting
- Frequent 33% - 66%
Bending/Stooping
- Occasional 1% - 32%
Reaching/Pushing/Pulling
- Occasional 1%- 32%
Climbing/Stairs
- Occasional 1% - 32%
Driving
- Occasional 1% - 32%
Lifting (50 lbs.) - Occasional 1% - 32%
Carrying (25 feet) - Occasional 1% - 32%
Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone
- Occasional 1% - 32%
Computer
- Occasional 1% - 32%
Other
- Occasional 1% - 32%
Working Conditions

Inside
- Constant 67%+
Outside
- Occasional 1% - 32%
Extremes of Temperature/Humidity
- Occasional 1% - 32%

The Des Moines Independent Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions, concerns or a complaint related to this policy, please contact Carol Wynn-Green, 2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321;

phone: ; email: carol.wynngreen. Complaints can also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, 400

E. 14th Street, Des Moines, IA , , or Region VII Office for Civil Rights, Citigroup Center 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475 Chicago, IL .

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

Approved By:
Bryce Amos

Date: 06/12/2026