Classroom Associate

Des Moines Public School District MOULTON ELEMENTARY
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Job : 5988021

Final date to receive applications: Nov 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

TITLE: Classroom Associate

This position is funded with Title I funds

CLASSIFICATION: Associate

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, HiSET, or G.E.D

• Ability to relate to students.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse workforce and student population.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Basic computer skills.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.

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.

• 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.

DEPARTMENT: Office of Schools

REPORTS TO: Building Administrator

HIGHEST LEVEL SUPERVISED: N/A

BARGAINING GROUP: DMEA ESP

FLSA STATUS: Non‑Exempt

CALENDAR: 190 days / 7.5 hour day

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

FREQUENCY:

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%

Inside

Constant 67%+

Outside

Occasional 1% - 32%

Extremes of Temperature/Humidity

Occasional 1% - 32%

Employee Benefits Information

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

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $17.28 to $21.97 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Nicole Wichman , Personnel Mgr
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Phone:
• Email: nicole.wichman

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