Classroom Associate

Des Moines Public School District • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Supports the classroom teacher in the instruction and supervision of students. The position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the building assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, G.E.D, or HiSET.
• One of the following: (1) 48 credit hours post-secondary education, (2) associate’s degree or higher,(3) paraeducator certification from the Board of Educational Examiners (or willingness to obtain within the first year of employment), (4) combined score of 150 or higher on the COMPASS test, or (5) a passing score on the AccuPlacer test.
• Ability to relate to students.
• Ability to carry out duties cooperatively with others.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Successful work or volunteer experience with disabled population.
• Supervisory experience with school-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and support classroom teachers with reading and math instruction and small group intervention.
• Assist with daily activities and routines of students.
• Work collaboratively with teacher(s) using developmentally appropriate practices.
• Assist teacher in monitoring students' progress by keeping necessary records and giving feedback as requested.
• Follow teacher direction for instruction.
• Use positive reinforcement techniques and strategies to assist in managing behavior throughout the school routine including transition times and recess.
• Engage in on-going staff development.
• Model flexibility in duties as the needs of students change.
• Model enthusiasm and patience.
• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
• Assist with other duties as may be assigned

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED