Classroom Assistant - LSMS

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

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Wildwood, Missouri is seeking a full-time Classroom Assistant to support teachers and enhance student learning. Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities, supervising students during lunch and recess, and developing instructional materials.

The ideal candidate will have at least sixty semester hours from an accredited institution or hold a Missouri substitute certificate. Essential skills include effective communication and the ability to interact positively with students. A friendly attitude towards children is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 semester hours from an accredited college/university or Missouri substitute certificate.
• Friendly and positive manner when working with children.
• Ability to communicate and relate to students regardless of their needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with duties assigned by the classroom teacher to enhance student learning.
• Supervise students during lunch and recess.
• Help organize resources for classroom use.

Skills

Effective interaction with staff and parents

Supervising children safely

Proficient with MS Office and Google programs

Education

Sixty semester hours from accredited college/university or Missouri substitute certificate

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

Classroom Assistant - LSMS

Rockwood R-6 School District, La Salle Springs Middle School, Wildwood, Missouri.

This job is also posted in Rockwood R-6 School District.

Job Details

Job ID: 5814204

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 18, 2026

Schedule: 8:00 am - 2:30 pm

Hours per Week: 30 hours per week, 6 hours per day.

Hourly Rate: $17.94 per hour; $18.69 per hour if Missouri teacher certified.

Position Title: Classroom Assistant

Status: School Term Position, 6 hours per day

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Building Principal

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 understands the classroom assistant’s role in assisting 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

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required