ELL Associate - Moulton Elementary

Young World Physical Education; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Public School District seeks an ELL Associate at Moulton Elementary to support English language development for students. The role involves assisting with instructional materials and providing academic support under teacher guidance.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a diverse student population, behavioral support, and attendance at required trainings, with duties that vary by district needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, HiSET, or GED.
• Associates degree preferred per hiring specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist ELL students in developing English language skills under teacher guidance.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials with teacher assistance.
• Provide instructional support through reading activities and guided practice.
• Use positive reinforcement to manage behavior during school routines.
• Supervise students during transitions, lunch, and recess.
• Attend parent/teacher conferences as required.
• Maintain professional learning by attending required trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual or Multilingual

Relate to students

Second language acquisition

Diversity collaboration

Written and oral communication

Basic computer skills

Confidentiality

Prompt and regular attendance

Professional relationships

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

ELL Associate - Moulton Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5887553
Application Deadline: Aug 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE: ELL Associate

CLASSIFICATION: Associate

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Bilingual or Multilingual preferred.
• Ability to relate to students.
• Knowledge of second language acquisition and instruction.
• 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 English Language Learner (ELL) associate supports language acquisition of ELL students by assisting with the preparation of instructional materials and assisting students academically. 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 ELL students in the development of English language development by interpreting directions, observing individual and group activities facilitated by the teacher, and assisting with instruction in the community setting.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials and equipment with teacher guidance.
• Provide instructional support to students by reinforcing teacher-directed learning through reading activities, guided practice, and individualized assistance.
• Use positive reinforcement techniques and strategies to assist in managing behavior throughout the school routine including transition times, lunch, and recess.
• Supervise students during transitions, lunch, and recess.
• Attend parent/teacher conferences as required.
• Maintain professional learning and growth by attending required 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

Constant 67%+

Walking

Constant 67%+

Sitting

Occasional 1% - 32%

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%

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

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $17.27 to $21.97 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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

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.