Classroom Assistant - RVMS

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

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support teachers and enhance student learning. The position requires a minimum of 60 semester hours from an accredited institution or a Missouri substitute certificate.

The Classroom Assistant will assist in supervising classrooms, help with instructional materials, and provide support during all activities including lunch and recess. A friendly attitude and effective communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Teaching certificate preferred; substitute certification required.
• Ability to understand limited role of classroom assistant.
• Friendly, helpful attitude in working with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with duties assigned by the classroom teacher.
• Support the teacher in classroom management and control.
• Help collect resources and assist with field trips.

Skills

Effective interaction with staff and parents

Supervising children safely

Proficiency in MS Office and Google programs

Education

Minimum of 60 semester hours from an accredited college/university

Missouri substitute certificate

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

Job Description

Teaching certificate preferred; substitute certification required.

$17.94 per hour
$18.69 per hour if MO teacher certified

30 hours per week, 6 hours per day.

Schedule: 8:00 am - 2:30 pm.

Starting Date: Aug 18, 2026

Only current support staff employees eligible to transfer must submit a TRANSFER application to this posting before the internal closing date to be considered.

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 understand the classroom assistant’s role in assisting the teacher to implement the lesson plans
• Under the direction of administration will supervise students during lunch and recess time as assigned
• Under the direction of the classroom teacher, learn techniques for implementing curriculum
• Under the direction of the teacher, assist with independent, tutorial, and small study groups
• Work directly with teachers to carry out specific tasks related to students’ 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 Details

Job ID: 5800967

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required