High School Paraeducator - Special Education

Bettendorf Community School District; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bettendorf Community School District seeks a High School Paraeducator to support student learning in the classroom under supervision of teachers at Bettendorf High School, Bettendorf, IA. This role involves assisting individual students, implementing lesson plans, and promoting a positive learning environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent and strong communication skills, with a willingness to engage in professional development outside regular hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining confidentiality
• Provide instruction based on lesson plans and assist individual students in understanding concepts
• Strong communication with students, staff, and parents as needed
• Willingness to participate in additional professional development outside regular work hours
• Applicants must have U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or an active work visa

Responsibilities

• Assist in the classroom and support student learning under teacher supervision
• Work closely with teachers and staff to support Bettendorf High School students
• Help implement lesson plans and assist individual students in understanding concepts
• Maintain professional standards and confidentiality in all interactions

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Maintain confidentiality

Instruction based on lesson plans

Effective communication

Willingness to pursue PD outside hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

High School Paraeducator - Special Education

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Job Details

Job ID: 5963927

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 19, 2026 3:19 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Join our team as a High School Paraeducator!

Support student learning and growth by assisting in the classroom and working closely with teachers and staff. Bettendorf Community School District is seeking compassionate, dependable individuals to join our high school team.

Position: High School Paraeducator

Location: Bettendorf Community School District

Hours: Up to 5.75 hours/day

Rate of Pay: $19.42

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with students in a school setting

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work well under pressure, set priorities, and maintain confidentiality while remaining calm
• Courteous and professional when interacting with students, staff, and the public
• Ability to provide instruction based on lesson plans and assist individual students in comprehending concepts
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Effective communication skills with students, teachers, staff, and sometimes parents
• Willingness to participate in additional professional development outside regular work hours
• Applicants must have valid U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or an active work visa.

Description:

Please see attached complete job description.

It is the policy of the Bettendorf Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.For assistance or consultation, contact the Executive Director of Human Resources. The Bettendorf Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Aff...

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

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Contact Information

• Maile Mejia
• 3311 18th Street
• Bettendorf, Iowa 52722
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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