Classroom Associate

SAMUELSON ELEMENTARY; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

SAMUELSON ELEMENTARY in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Classroom Associate to support teachers and supervise students. This full-time position is funded with Title I funds and requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

You will assist with reading and math instruction, monitor progress, and maintain records. Strong communication and the ability to relate to a diverse student body are essential; occasional training and adherence to district policies are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, HiSET, or G.E.D required.
• Ability to relate to students.
• Ability to collaborate 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Relate to students

Collaboration with diverse workforce

Written and oral communication

Basic computer skills

Maintain confidentiality

Attend work regularly

Maintain harmonious relationships

Education

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

Job description

Classroom Associate

Des Moines Public School District SAMUELSON ELEMENTARY - DES MOINES, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Application Deadline: Oct 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.78 to $22.61 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Description

TITLE: Classroom Associate

This position is funded with Title I funds

CLASSIFICATION: Associate

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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 REQUIREMENTS:

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%

Working Conditions

Inside

Constant 67%+

Outside

Occasional 1% - 32%

Extremes of Temperature/Humidity

Occasional 1% - 32%

The Des Moines Independent Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions, concerns or a complaint related to this policy, please contact Carol Wynn-Green,2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321; phone: [phone]; email: [e-mail]. Complaints can also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission,400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-1004, [phone], or Region VII Office for Civil Rights, Citigroup Center 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475 Chicago, IL 60661-4544.

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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brenda Boten , Human Resources Coordinator
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Des Moines, Iowa 50309
• Email: [e-mail]