Educational Assistant for Juvenile Education Programs

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

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.