General Education Associate (part-time) - Urbandale Middle School

Urbandale Middle School; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Urbandale Middle School in Urbandale, Iowa is seeking a General Education Associate (part-time) to support students throughout the school day, work with small groups, supervise during lunch and recess, and collaborate with teachers and staff to meet student needs.

Under supervision of the building principal, you will reinforce classroom routines, assist with field trips, maintain confidentiality, and help maintain orderly work areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Some experience supervising children preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in hallways, lunchroom, playground, and classroom as needed.
• Work with students on academic skills.
• Assist teacher in supervision of student on field trips.
• Assist classroom teacher and students in cleaning up after special projects.
• Monitor and communicate supply and material needs.
• Assist classroom teacher(s) in maintaining classrooms, supplies, and materials as needed.
• Assist the main office with any projects or assignments as needed.
• Maintain student work areas in a neat and orderly manner.
• Report incidents of an unusual nature to the teacher and principal.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Understanding district policies

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Urbandale Community School District Urbandale Middle School - Urbandale, Iowa Open in Google Maps

General Education Associate (part-time) - Urbandale Middle School

Urbandale Community School District Urbandale Middle School - Urbandale, Iowa Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5504567

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Oct 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE -General Education Associate

CLASSIFICATION -Classified

FLSA STATUS - Non-Exempt

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR - Building Principal

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM - Building administrators, district leadership

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION -Under general supervision, provide supervision for students across the school day - practicing skills with small groups of students, providing supervision for lunch and recess, and working collaboratively with a team to meet the needs of a building.

Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees.

QUALIFICATIONS - (Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment)

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to interact positively with students, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of district policies and procedures.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Some experience with supervising children preferred.

Equipment

• Office equipment such as computers, two-way radios, multi-line phone system, cell phone, copier, and fax machines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Supervise students in hallways, lunchroom, playground, and classroom as needed.
• Work with students on academic skills.
• Assist teacher in supervision of student on field trips.
• Assist classroom teacher and students in cleaning up after special projects.
• Monitor and communicate supply and material needs.
• Assist classroom teacher(s) in maintaining classrooms, supplies, and materials as needed.
• Assist the main office with any projects or assignments as needed.
• Maintain student work areas in a neat and orderly manner.
• Report incidents of an unusual nature to the teacher and principal.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Repetitious bending, lifting, and hand movement.
• Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking.
• Drug, tobacco, and alcohol-free while working.
• Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting.
• Occasional meetings outside the school day.
• Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials and emergency situations.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• At-Will Employee
• Letter of Assignment
• Per Board Policies and administrative guidelines
• Performance evaluated annually

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $16.39 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kate Johnson
• 11152 Aurora Ave
• Urbandale, Iowa 50322
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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