Educational Assistant (CIJDC)

Central IA Juvenile Detention Services; Eldora (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Central IA Juvenile Detention Services in Eldora, Iowa seeks an Educational Assistant for the 2026-27 school year at the Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center. You will work with students under professional supervision to support learning objectives and contribute to program quality.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and demonstrates maturity and the ability to work with youth. Compensation includes full-time status, 182 days, and standard benefits.

Qualifications

• Evidence of mental and emotional maturity and stability.
• Demonstrate aptitude and/or experience in working with children or youth.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to receive and process instructions.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom under supervision to enhance learning.
• Support professional staff in delivering programs.
• Contribute to overall program quality of the assigned classroom or service.
• Work at Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center, Eldora, IA for 2026-27 school year.

Skills

Emotional maturity

Experience with children

Ability to receive instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Educational Assistant (CIJDC)

Central Rivers Area Education Agency Central IA Juvenile Detention Services - Eldora, Iowa Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5893519

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 19, 2026

Job Description

Location: Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center (Eldora, IA) for 2026-27 School year

Job Summary:

To work with students or provide other services under the direction, supervision, and control of professional staff to contribute to the overall program quality of the assigned classroom or service. Enhance learning for all.

Full job description

Education/Experience:

• Evidence of mental and emotional maturity and stability.
• Demonstrate aptitude and/or experience in working with children or youth.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to receive and process instructions.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.

Salary & Benefits:

• Full-time, 182 days/ 7 hrs day
• Salary Schedule - Classified Salary Schedule
• Benefits Summary - Classified

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $19 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Mary Beth Wood , HR Coordinator
• CRAEA - Cedar Falls
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]