Top 125 Assistant teacher Jobs in Des Moines Ia

Assistant Educator
Sonnet Montessori —Waukee, IA
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Classroom Teacher - Early Childhood
Traditions Children's Center —Johnston, IA
- $14.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Educator
Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center —West Des Moines, IA
- $14 - $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Teacher Associate - $21.98-$22.23 per hour after 6 months
Southeast Polk Community School District —Pleasant Hill, IA
- $20.04 - $21.98 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Teacher
Primrose School of Ankeny at Prairie Trail —Ankeny, IA
- $14.50 - $16.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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1st Grade Assistant
West Des Moines Community Schools —Windsor Heights, IA
- $15.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education Associate-For the 2026-27 School Year
Des Moines Public School District —Des Moines, IA
- $17.78 - $22.61 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- Education
- Criminal background check
Special Education Associate
Des Moines Public School District —Des Moines, IA
- $17.78 - $22.61 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Teacher Assistant Child Care
UnityPoint Health —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Preschool Assistant
West Des Moines Community Schools —Clive, IA
- $18.16 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Entry level
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Assistant Teacher
New Horizon Academy Iowa, Inc —Des Moines, IA
- $14.40 - $15.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Children
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Assistant Toddler Teacher
The TreeHouse Growing and Learning Center —Ankeny, IA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Building Associate
Johnston Community School District —Johnston, IA
- $18.66 - $22.70 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Criminal background check
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
1d
Special Education Associate
Johnston Community School District —Johnston, IA
- $18.66 - $23.58 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
13d
Special Ed Assistant
West Des Moines Community Schools —Windsor Heights, IA
- $18.16 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
6d
Assistant Childcare Teacher - Floater - Part Time
Children & Families of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Kindergarten Assistant
West Des Moines Community Schools —Clive, IA
- $15.91 an hour
- Email
- Classroom
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
4d
Preschool Assistant Teacher
The TreeHouse Growing and Learning Center —Ankeny, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Substitute Support Staff
West Des Moines Community Schools —West Des Moines, IA
- $15.91 - $19.16 an hour
- Entry level
General Classroom Associate / Para-educator 26-27
TeachIowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- 403(b)

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Assistant Educator

Sonnet Montessori -
Waukee, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$14 - $16 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Childcare

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

At Sonnet Montessori, we’re on a mission to put good humans into the world and leave it better than we found it. Our team creates warm, inclusive, and joyful environments where children, families, and staff can thrive. If you’re energized by purpose, connection, and meaningful work, you’ll love being part of a community that invests in your growth and celebrates what makes you exceptional.

The Assistant Educator role supports the Lead Educator in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children. Guided by the Lead Educator, Director, and Administration, they play an active role in daily classroom activities, caregiving routines, and fostering children’s independence and growth. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about early childhood education, enjoy teamwork, and want to make a positive impact in children’s lives.

What You’ll Do:

Assist the Lead Educator in implementing classroom routines, activities, and lesson plans.
Supervise children at all times (within sight and hearing), maintaining required ratios.
Support children’s caregiving needs including feeding, diapering/toileting, and medication administration as needed.
Encourage children’s independence, self-confidence, problem-solving, and responsibility.
Interact with children daily through circle time, free play, meals, outdoor play, and structured activities.
Use the parent communication app to help document children’s needs, observations, and milestones.
Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and organized classroom and school environment.
Work as part of a collaborative team, supporting co-workers and maintaining professionalism under stress.
Report accidents, incidents, or suspected child abuse immediately in accordance with state law and school policies.
Communicate warmly with families during drop-off and pick-up, while directing specific questions to the Lead Educator
or Director.

What You’ll Need:

High school diploma or GED (required).
Ability to pass a background check (required).
Pediatric CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days).
Experience working with young children (preferred).
Physical ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs., sit on the floor, kneel, and actively supervise children indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
Strong communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Calm, patient demeanor with the ability to remain collected under stress.

What We Offer:

Ongoing Professional Development & Growth Opportunities
401(k) Plan
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Employee Childcare Discount

The starting pay range for this position is $14 to $16 hourly and is applicable for candidates who will be working in the following location[s] Iowa. This range is subject to adjustment for other geographic work locations. In addition to geographic location, Sonnet Montessori considers education, experience, internal equity, market demands, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting wages.

In addition to compensation benefits, Sonnet Montessori offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and career development.

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assistant teacher jobs in des moines ia

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Classroom Teacher - Early Childhood

Assistant Educator

Teacher Associate - $21.98-$22.23 per hour after 6 months

Assistant Teacher

1st Grade Assistant

Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education Associate-For the 2026-27 School Year

Special Education Associate

Teacher Assistant Child Care

Preschool Assistant

Assistant Teacher

Assistant Toddler Teacher

Building Associate

Special Education Associate

Special Ed Assistant

Assistant Childcare Teacher - Floater - Part Time

Kindergarten Assistant

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Substitute Support Staff

General Classroom Associate / Para-educator 26-27

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