ELL Associate - Monroe Elementary

MONROE ELEMENTARY; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Public School District MONROE ELEMENTARY is seeking a Classroom Associate to assist teachers with reading and math instruction and supervise students. The role supports a diverse student population and requires reliable attendance and respectful collaboration with staff.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, maintaining records, and following developmentally appropriate practices. The position is funded for Title I and involves normal school-day duties and confidentiality

Qualifications

• High school diploma, HiSET or G.E.D. required.
• Ability to relate to students and work with a diverse population.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with reading and math instruction in small groups or one-on-one.
• Monitor student progress and maintain records with feedback when requested.
• Follow directions from the classroom teacher and work collaboratively.
• Use positive reinforcement to support behavior throughout the school day.
• Participate in professional development and required trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Relate to students

Collaborate with diverse workforce

Written & oral communication

Basic computer skills

Maintain confidentiality

Attend work regularly

Positive behavior management

Education

High school diploma/HiSET/G.E.D

Job description

Classroom Associate

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Job Details

Job ID: 5955318

Application Deadline: Oct 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

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.

JOB SUMMARY:

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.78 to $22.61 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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