Full-Time Special Education Educational Associate

Young World Physical Education; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

IPERS Retirement

Job summary

Meeker Elementary School seeks Special Education Educational Associates for the 2026-2027 school year. Full-time positions are benefits-eligible.

Under supervision, the associate assists the teacher in education of students, provides instructional support, manages behavior, maintains records, and helps create a positive learning environment to support students’ personal, social, and intellectual development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to relate effectively to children of all ages and with different needs.
• Patience and compassion; a caring and helpful relationship with children.
• Basic computer skills, including Google Docs or similar tools, internet searching, and email skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in interpreting and following the teacher’s directions.
• Assist students with classroom assignments during independent work time or at workstations.
• Work with individual students or groups to reinforce learning of material or skills prepared by the teacher.
• Accompany and assist students in integrated classes, recess, and lunch.
• Assist classroom teachers with collecting and preparing materials needed for lessons.
• Assist the teacher with student record keeping and daily documentation.
• Supervise and enforce discipline procedures as directed.
• Assist with medical, health, or behavior-related needs of students as instructed.
• Administer medication and first aid if identified.
• Assist in all aspects of personal hygiene.
• Perform data collection and clerical work as assigned.
• Participate in professional development as requested by administration.
• Alert staff to problems or information about a student.
• Interact with students, staff, parents, and administration.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Ensure regular attendance and punctuality.
• Attend work consistently and punctually.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Student interaction

Communication skills

Patience

Physical strength

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Google Docs

Email

Internet search

Job description

Meeker Elementary School seeks Special Education Educational Associates for the 2026-2027 school year. Full-time positions are benefits-eligible.

Under supervision, the associate assists the teacher in education of students, provides instructional support, manages behavior, maintains records, and helps create a positive learning environment to support students’ personal, social, and intellectual development.