Paraprofessional

Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District; Marcus (IA); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District in Marcus, Iowa is seeking a part-time Paraeducator (Sp Ed) for the Preschool location. The role supports students individually or in small groups during daily activities and meals.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and be able to pass background checks, complete training, and follow IEPs and teacher directions. Reports to the building principal and participates in required meetings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of physical, criminal background and child abuse registry check, and pre-work screening at time of hire.
• Ability to obtain complete training.
• Ability to work with all students with diverse needs.

Responsabilités

• Ability to work with students individually or in small groups.
• Assists in establishing a positive learning environment and respond to individual needs of students.
• Assists with physical or behavioral needs of individual students.
• Uses standard universal health precautions.
• Practices being a positive motivator and able to develop working rapport with the student.
• Maintains confidentiality and student privacy by only discussing student needs with staff that have an educational need to know the information.

Connaissances

Ability to work with diverse needs

Ability to obtain complete training

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5953504
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Title: Paraeducator (Sp Ed)

Location: Preschool

Hours: 7:45-3:45 (Monday-Thrusday)

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of physical, criminal background and child abuse registry check, and pre-work screening at time of hire.
• Ability to obtain complete training
• Ability to work with all students with diverse needs.

Reports to: Building Principal

Performance Responsibilities:

• Ability to work with students individually or in small groups
• Assists in establishing a positive learning environment and respond to individual needs of students
• Assists with physical or behavioral needs of individual students.
• Uses standard universal health precautions.
• Practices being a positive motivator and able to develop working rapport with the student.
• Relates to and interacts with students using positive reinforcement and effective communication.
• Communicates effectively with all staff.
• Follows IEP and teacher’s directives.
• Practices patience and growth mindset
• Maintains confidentiality and student privacy by only discussing student needs with staff that have an educational need to know the information.
• Implements daily activities
• Ensures the health and safety of the student at the building, on the outdoor play areas and on field trips.
• Is knowledgeable about program policies and procedures.
• Records behavioral incidents (time out, problem reports, accident reports, etc).
• Keeps all assigned paperwork up-to-date and submits in a timely manner (such as Medicaid, student academic or behavioral data)
• Assists in the preparation, serving, and clean up of breakfast, lunch and snacks as needed.
• Attends required staff meetings.
• Assumes duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervising Teacher or Principal.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Contact Information

• Brandon Weisert , Principal
• Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]