Classroom Associate

• Madison Des Moines Public School District
• 3.5 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time $17.78
• $22.

61 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Employee relationship building High school diploma or

GED Full 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: 515-242-7709; email: . Complaints can also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, 400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-1004, (515) 281-4121, 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.

Approved By:

Bryce Amos Date:

06/12/2026