Fellows Elementary General Educational Associate

Ames Community School District; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Ames Community School District is seeking an Elementary General Education Associate for the 2026-2027 school year at Fellows Elementary. This 20-25 hour per week, 9.5-month position supports teachers with instructional activities and classroom management.

The role emphasizes assisting students, documenting progress, and collaborating with staff to provide a positive learning environment for diverse learners. E-Verify and EEO/AA employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to relate to children of varying ages and needs.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer and administrative skills.
• Reliable, patient and able to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Assists students in interpreting and following teacher directions.
• Assists students with classroom assignments during independent work time and/or stations.
• Works with individuals or groups to reinforce learning.
• Assists with materials preparation for lessons.
• Maintains student records and daily documentation.
• Supervises and enforces discipline per administrator directions.
• Assists with health, safety and personal care needs as instructed.
• Records data and performs clerical tasks as assigned.
• Participates in professional development as requested.

Skills

Child needs understanding

Relating to children

Patience

Professional communication

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google Docs

Email

Internet research

Job description

Fellows Elementary General Educational Associate JobID: 1786

• Position Type: Support Staff/ General Educational Associate


• Date Posted: 10/16/2026


• Closing Date: 10/27/2026

Welcome to Ames Community School District, where we are more than just a workplace. We are a community dedicated to supporting personal and professional growth. As a member of Ames CSD, you'll enjoy competitive pay and access to a wide range of employee discount programs. You'll also be part of an organization that values individuals for who they are and encourages collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect. We offer modern, well-equipped facilities, newly built and thoughtfully renovated, to ensure you have the tools and environment needed to thrive in your role. Our \"Grow Your Own\" initiative, supported by the Purple Pathways program, underscores our focus on helping employees advance and succeed in their careers. Join us at Ames CSD, where your strengths are celebrated, your potential is nurtured, and you're surrounded by a community that champions your success.

Fellows Elementaryis seeking Elementary General EducationAssociatesfor the 2026-2027school year.

Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer.

The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.

Summary

Under the supervision of an administrator, assiststeachers in the education of students including instructional assistance, management of student behavior, record keeping, classroom safety, security and organization, and interaction and communication with students and staff. Provides direct and indirect educationally related services to disabled students and assists the special education teacher in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.

Work Schedule

Approximately 20-25hours, Monday-Friday, 9.5 month position

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Assists students in interpreting and following teacher directions.


• Assists students with classroom assignments during independent work time and/or workstations.


• Works with individual students or groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills prepared by the teacher.


• Assists classroom teachers with collection and preparation of materials needed for lessons.


• Assists the teacher with student record keeping/daily documentation.


• Supervises and enforces building/individual discipline procedures in all educational settings both in and out of school according to the supervisor's directions.


• Assists with medical, health, and or behavior related needs of students as instructed by the administrator, teacher, or nurse.


• Administration of medication and first aid if identified.


• Assists in all aspects of personal hygiene.


• Corrects assignments, data collection and entry, maintains records, copying, and clerical as assigned.


• Participates in professional development as requested by administration.


• Alerts principal or teacher to any problem and special information about an individual student.


• Interacts effectively with various constituent groups including but not limited to students, co-workers, parents, staff and administration.


• Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of licensed teachers.


• Ability to physically lift up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to bend, lift, sit on floor, run short distances, and assist physically active students.


• Knowing the District must have regular and dependable employees to meet its mission of educating children, daily attendance and punctuality is required.


• Attends work on a consistent and punctual basis.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

The successful candidate will exhibit

• Basic understanding of the needs of children.


• Ability to relate effectively to children of all ages and with different academic and behavioral needs.


• Patience and compassion and a caring and helpful relationship with children.


• Basic computer skills including but not limited to: word processing using Google Docs or similar tools, internet searching, and email skills.


• Professional communications skills,both written and oral, including active listening skills.


• Emotional maturity and stability necessary for the specialized work involved.


• Initiative and the insight to anticipate problem situations and respond accordingly.


• Ability to take directions, work with minimal supervision, and follow policies and practices.

Pay Rate

$15.75 per hour

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