Teacher Associate; Sp Ed - Lv III

Overview

Southeast Polk Community School District — Mitchellville Elementary, Mitchellville, Iowa

Position:
Teacher Associate (Sp Ed - Lv III)

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Job : 5513963

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 27, 2026 7:03 PM (UTC)

Title: Teacher Associate (Sp Ed - Lv III)

Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm M, T, Th, F; 8:00am – 2:00pm W

Location: Mitchellville Elementary

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work with the needs of all Pre-K through 12th Grade students
• Successful completion of physical, criminal background and child abuse registry check, and pre-work screening at time of hire
• Experience working in an educational setting
• Ability to obtain required training, including but not limited to: certification to administer medication to students, American Heart or Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification, Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI)
• Ability to work with all students with diverse needs

Desired:

• Successful work or volunteer experience with disabled population
• Supervisory experience with school age children
• 48 credit hours post-secondary education or Para educator certification from the Iowa Department of Education

Reports to: Building Principal and Director of Special Education

Job Goal: To work under the supervision of teachers or other licensed personnel who have the ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of education and related service programs; to contribute to the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of children and youth.

• Assists with small groups and/or individual student instruction and supervision
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment in various settings (classroom, lunchroom, playground, field trips)
• Assists with classroom setup and material preparation
• Assists with physical or behavioral needs of individual students
• Operates standard school equipment (computer, copier, audio-visual equipment)
• Completes clerical tasks as assigned
• Uses standard universal health precautions
• Reads and comprehends at the student's grade level or above
• Develops positive rapport with students and uses positive reinforcement
• Communicates effectively with all staff
• Follows Kronos rules for clocking in and out
• Follows IEP and teacher's directives
• Maintains professionalism with students and handles challenging situations calmly
• Maintains confidentiality and student privacy
• Reports to assigned center as scheduled
• Implements daily activities (crafts, board games, large group activities)
• Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe environment
• Ensures health and safety of students in the building, on outdoor areas and field trips
• Is knowledgeable about program policies and procedures
• Records behavioral incidents and related documentation
• Keeps paperwork up-to-date and submits timely (e.g., Medicaid, student data)
• Serves as a positive role model
• Participates in home visits when requested
• Assists with breakfast, lunch and snacks as needed
• Attends required staff meetings
• Maintains professional growth and required certifications (Mandatory Reporting Training, First Aid, CPR) as required
• Assumes duties as assigned by Teacher or Principal
• Completes annual Bloodborne Pathogens training

Physical Demands:

• Must be capable of standing throughout the work day
• Present appropriate appearance and cleanliness for working with school age children and adults
• Able to work with interruptions
• Capable of assisting students with different personalities and abilities
• Lift up to 50 pounds to waist level
• Carry equipment up to 25 pounds for up to 50 feet
• Ability to move and adjust positions to interact with children and engage in activities
• Willing to come into contact with body fluids and contagious diseases as part of the work
• Capable of using cleaning chemicals with PPE
• Able to work in varied temperatures and environments
• Able to work in a noisy environment
• Physical dexterity for interaction with children

Note:

The physical demands described represent typical tasks; frequency may vary. Any tasks exceeding these limits should involve appropriate assistance or equipment.

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