AM Instructional Assistant: Classroom & Student Support

Elk River Independent School District 728; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Elk River Independent School District 728 seeks an Instructional Assistant for Zimmerman Elementary, 8:45 am–10:45 am. The role supports teachers, prepares classroom materials, supervises students, and helps maintain an organized learning environment.

Starting pay is $21.18 per hour, with duties spanning tutoring, data collection, and light clerical tasks. Qualifications include a high school degree or equivalent, strong teamwork, and the ability to work with classroom technology.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Ability to work effectively with parents, students and staff.
• Desirable ability to work with classroom technology.
• Willing to follow directions and work with minimal supervision.
• General office skills and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher by tutoring students and collecting data for classroom management.
• Prepare instructional materials and organize consumables for class use.
• Support positive behavior management and supervise students in multiple areas.
• Set up and clean up materials and help with clerical tasks as needed.
• Protect confidentiality and work as part of the school team.
• May assist with events, data entry, and related duties.

Skills

Parents and student interaction

Staff collaboration

Independent work

General office skills

Confidentiality awareness

Overtime flexibility

Classroom technology usage

Education

High school degree, GED, or equivalent experience

Job description

Elk River Independent School District 728 seeks an Instructional Assistant for Zimmerman Elementary, 8:45 am–10:45 am. The role supports teachers, prepares classroom materials, supervises students, and helps maintain an organized learning environment.

Starting pay is $21.18 per hour, with duties spanning tutoring, data collection, and light clerical tasks. Qualifications include a high school degree or equivalent, strong teamwork, and the ability to work with classroom technology.