Paraprofessional-Elementary

Pcmschools; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie City Monroe Community School District in Iowa is seeking associates to support students at PCM Elementary School for the 2026-27 year. Work under the special education teacher to reinforce material and assist in classrooms.

Position pays $15.96 per hour, requires a high school diploma or GED, and background checks. Regular attendance and confidentiality are essential; training provided as needed. This is an entry-level role with opportunities for growth within the district.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work with students of all abilities
• Ability to accept direction from the special education teacher and administration
• Must clear criminal and child abuse background checks
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Work with students individually or in groups under supervision of the special education teacher.
• Reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Follow directions from teaching staff and/or the building principal.
• Adapt instructional activities to assist students; support students both cognitively and physically in the classroom.
• Assist in meeting the IEP goals of the student(s) being served.
• Complete all mandatory yearly training once assigned.
• Contribute to a culture of excellence for all.
• Attend work regularly and on-time.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about students as expected of licensed teachers.
• Participate in in-service training programs and attend mandatory meetings.
• Assist with classroom supervision, lunchroom supervision, or other duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher/principal.

Skills

Student support

Follow directions

Background checks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Prairie City Monroe Community School District

Prairie City Monroe Community School District

• Date Posted: 5/5/2026
• Location: PCM Elementary School
• Date Available: 08/17/2026

PCM Elementary School now has associate openings for the 2026-27 school year.

Reports to - Building Principal, Mandy Shannon
Salary - $15.96/hour

Qualifications and Personal Performance Criteria

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work with students of all abilities.
• Ability to accept direction from the special education teacher and administration.
• Must clear criminal and child abuse background checks.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Ability to work successfully with students individually or in groups.
• Under supervision of the special education teacher, works with student(s) to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Ability to follow directions as provided by teaching staff and/or the building principal.
• Understands the role of adapting instructional activities to assist students; supports students both cognitively and physically in the classroom.
• Assists in meeting the IEP goals of the student(s) being served.
• Completes all mandatory yearly training once it has been assigned. (Blood Borne Pathogens, Child/Adult Abuse Training, Diversity Awareness, etc.)
• Contributes to a culture of "excellence for all".
• Attends work regularly and on-time.
• Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Participate in in-service training programs, as assigned. Attends all mandatory meetings.
• Assists with classroom supervision, lunchroom supervision, or other such duties as needed.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the teacher/principal.

*Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Considerable floor-sitting, bending and lifting, as needed, to work with children.
• Mobility as required for classroom and playground supervision.
• Patience as required for working with challenging students.
• Good health to minimize absenteeism.
• Dexterity as required for clerical duties.
• Ability to lift or assist in lifting students who require assistance with basic needs.
• Duties outside of the classroom as assigned.
• Recess supervision as assigned.

The PCM Community School District serves the communities of Prairie City, Monroe, and Reasnor. We are located in south central Iowa, within close proximity to the Des Moines Metro area.

Postings current as of 10/6/2026 11:48:45 PM CST.

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