Classroom Associate

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

Sitting

Bending/Stooping

Occasional 1% - 32%

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

Occasional 1%- 32%

Climbing/Stairs

Driving

Lifting (50 lbs.)

Carrying (25 feet)

Manual Dexterity Tasks

Telephone

Computer

Other

Working Conditions

Inside

Constant 67%+

Outside

Extremes of Temperature/Humidity

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: [email protected] . 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