What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classroom Associate position at Des Moines Public School District?
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: carol.wynngreen@dmschools.org. 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