Kindergarten Classroom Aide: Foster Independence & Growth

Neosho Area Chamber of Commerce; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Benton Elementary School is seeking a Kindergarten Classroom Aide to support daily instruction and classroom routines. The aide helps students develop independence, confidence, and appropriate school habits in a safe, positive environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, preparing materials, supervising students, managing transitions, and communicating student needs to the teacher. Strong teamwork, patience, and follow-through are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Experience working with young children is preferred.
• Ability to remain patient and calm when supporting students with challenging behaviors or big emotions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Ability to follow teacher direction while taking appropriate initiative.
• Willingness to learn and consistently use schoolwide instructional and behavioral practices.
• Paraprofessional Certification or Substitute Certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students during classroom instruction, small groups, centers, and independent work.
• Reinforce skills and strategies taught by the classroom teacher.
• Provide additional prompting, modeling, and practice for students who need support.
• Help students learn classroom routines, procedures, and expectations.
• Support students with transitions throughout the school day.
• Encourage students to complete tasks and solve age-appropriate problems independently.
• Provide calm, consistent support when students are frustrated, upset, or struggling to regulate their behavior.
• Reinforce positive behavior and recognize students for meeting expectations.
• Work under the direction of the classroom teacher to support daily instruction and classroom routines.
• Prepare instructional materials, organize supplies, and assist with classroom activities.
• Supervise students during assigned portions of the day, including arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and transitions.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Communicate student needs, concerns, successes, or patterns of behavior to the classroom teacher.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paraprofessional Certification or Substitute Certificate

Job description

Benton Elementary School is seeking a Kindergarten Classroom Aide to support daily instruction and classroom routines. The aide helps students develop independence, confidence, and appropriate school habits in a safe, positive environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, preparing materials, supervising students, managing transitions, and communicating student needs to the teacher. Strong teamwork, patience, and follow-through are essential for success.