Fellows Elementary Special Education Educational Associate

Ames Community School District; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

IPERS Retirement

Job summary

Ames Community School District invites applications for Fellows Elementary Special Education Educational Associate for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is full-time and benefits-eligible, working 7:15 am to 3:15 pm, Monday through Friday, 9.5 months.

Responsibilities include assisting teachers, supporting students, and maintaining records. Under supervision, you will provide instructional support, manage student behavior, and aid in creating a positive learning environment for disabled

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to relate to children of varying needs.
• Professional communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Assist students under supervision of the teacher.
• Reinforce learning and assist with classroom activities.
• Maintain and prepare instructional materials as needed.
• Document student records and attendance.

Skills

Patience and compassion

Professional communication

Active listening

Relating to children

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google Docs

Email

Job description

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Openings as of 8/20/2026

Fellows Elementary Special Education Educational Associate JobID: 1751

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Educational Associate
• Date Posted: 8/12/2026
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026

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Fellows Elementary School is seeking Special EducationEducational Associates for the 2026-2027school year. Full-time positions are benefits-eligible.

Summary

Under the supervision of an administrator and special education teacher, assists the teacher 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

Monday-Friday, 7:15 am-3:15pm, 9.5 month positions

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Assists students in interpreting and following the teacher's 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.
• Accompanies and assists students in integrated classes, recess, and lunch.
• Assists classroom teachers with the 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.
• Administers medication and first aid if identified.
• Assists in all aspects of personal hygiene.
• Corrects assignments, data collection and entry; maintain records, copying, and clerical as assigned.
• Participates in professional development as requested by the administration.
• Alerts the 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.
• 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 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
• Ability to physically lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, lift, sit on floor, run short distances, and assist physically active students
• 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

Benefits: (30+ hours per week)

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full-time employees)
• Life Insurance (full-time employees)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time employees)
• Paid Time Off-Paid holidays, personal days (2), sick leave (10 days first year), emergency days (5)
• IPERS Retirement

Pay Rate

Level 2 Educational Associate: $15.90per hour. Level 3 Educational Associate: $17.45per hour.

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Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer. The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.