Classroom Assistant - CMS

Young World Physical Education; Ellisville (MO); On-site; USD 24,714 - 25,747; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Classroom Assistant in Ellisville, Missouri. The assistant will support the classroom teacher by enhancing students' learning and supervising students during various activities.

The ideal candidate should have at least sixty semester hours from an accredited institution and demonstrate a positive attitude with children. The position pays $17.94 per hour or $18.69 for those certified as Missouri teachers.

Qualifications

• Ability to interact effectively with staff and parents.
• Friendly and helpful attitude in working with students and staff.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists classroom teacher to enhance the learning of all students.
• Helps with classroom management and student supervision.
• Supports the development of instructional materials.

Skills

Effective interaction with staff and parents

Supervision of children

Proficiency with MS Office and Google programs

Education

Minimum of sixty semester hours from accredited college/university

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

Job Details

Position Title: Classroom Assistant

Starting Date: Aug 18, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: 30 hours per week, 6 hours per day

Salary: $17.94 per hour; $18.69 per hour if MO teacher certified

Reports To: Building Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Status: School Term Position, 6 hours per day

Position Summary

Assists with duties assigned by the classroom teacher to enhance the learning of all students.

Essential Functions

• Accept direction from classroom teacher
• Assist at times with additional responsibilities and assignments as needed by the teacher or principal
• Assist in the development of learning packets and other instructional aids
• Assist teacher with carrying out his/her responsibilities by setting up demonstrations, copying instructional materials and checking progress in class assignments
• Assist the teacher in specific routine activities such as drills, reinforcement, grading objective tests and papers, developing verbal and listening communication skills, and demonstrating helping, guiding, and interest‑building exercises
• Assist the teacher in the overall supervision, control, and management of the classroom
• Assist with field trips
• Help collect resources for use in the classroom
• Review teacher’s lesson plans and understand the classroom assistant’s role in helping the teacher implement the lesson plans
• Under direction of administration will supervise students during lunch and recess time as assigned
• Under direction of the classroom teacher, learns techniques for implementing curriculum
• Under the direction of the teacher, assists with independent, tutorial, and small study groups
• Work directly with teachers to carry out specific tasks related to student’s needs

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Ability to interact effectively with staff and parents
• Ability to move within building, classrooms, and playgrounds
• Ability to relate and communicate to students regardless of their needs
• Ability to safely supervise children in all areas of the building, inside and outside
• Ability to understand limited role of classroom assistant with respect to teacher responsibilities
• Proficient with computer using MS Office and Google programs, printer, fax, and phone

Basic Requirements

• Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours from an accredited college/university or Missouri substitute certificate
• Friendly, helpful attitude in working with students and staff
• Positive, caring manner with children

Equipment Used

• Standard office equipment

Work Environment

• While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, walk, stand, and reach

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.