Part-Time Temporary Instructional Assistant — Classroom Support

Elk River Area School District; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk River Area School District invites applications for an Instructional Assistant at Westwood Elementary School. This temporary role runs ASAP through December 22, 2026, with a 3-hour split shift and 3 hours per day.

Starting pay is $21.18 per hour, with details in the attached master agreement. The Instructional Assistant will supervise students in the classroom, lunchroom, playground, and assist teachers by preparing materials, supporting classroom management, and performing general duties as

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work effectively with parents, students, and staff.
• Experience with classroom technology is desirable.
• Ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work overtime including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in tutoring students, collecting student data, and other student activities to ensure effective classroom management.
• Assist teachers in collecting and preparing instructional materials, including shopping for supplies.
• Set-up, organize, and replace consumable materials to ensure materials are available for students.
• Utilize positive behavior management techniques at the direction of the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in the production of materials to be used during class time.
• Maintain confidentiality of family and program information.
• Work as a team member with other staff to promote a positive educational environment.
• Supervise students in the lunchroom, classroom, and playground; wipe lunch tables as needed.
• May perform general duties such as filing, data entry, and answering phones.
• May sell, take and tally tickets for school events.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Office skills

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Elk River Area School District invites applications for an Instructional Assistant at Westwood Elementary School. This temporary role runs ASAP through December 22, 2026, with a 3-hour split shift and 3 hours per day.

Starting pay is $21.18 per hour, with details in the attached master agreement. The Instructional Assistant will supervise students in the classroom, lunchroom, playground, and assist teachers by preparing materials, supporting classroom management, and performing general duties as