Elementary Instructional Assistant: Classroom Support

Fremont Elementary; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fremont Elementary School (Springfield Public Schools) in Springfield, Missouri, is hiring a Paraprofessional I to support the instructional program in the elementary classroom. You will work with individual and small groups, reinforce learning concepts, and assist teachers with clerical tasks.

The role requires a minimum of 60 college hours or a DESE-approved substitute training certificate, with a non-exempt pay grade.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 college hours completed OR Certificate of completion from a DESE approved Substitute Training program.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and administer classroom activities and assignments under the supervising teacher.
• Assist students individually or in small groups to meet academic goals.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and communicate student progress to teachers.
• Implement interventions under supervision to reinforce learning concepts.
• Maintain written and electronic records as required.
• Monitor student groups to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
• Perform general clerical duties to support instructional program.
• Report health and safety issues to staff and comply with guidelines.
• Respond to emergencies and direct to appropriate personnel when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom support

Student instruction

Communication with teachers

Team collaboration

Confidentiality & ethics

Education

60 college hours / substitute cert

Job description

Fremont Elementary School (Springfield Public Schools) in Springfield, Missouri, is hiring a Paraprofessional I to support the instructional program in the elementary classroom. You will work with individual and small groups, reinforce learning concepts, and assist teachers with clerical tasks.

The role requires a minimum of 60 college hours or a DESE-approved substitute training certificate, with a non-exempt pay grade.