PK Paraprofessional (Sp Ed) (Four Mile and Runnells)

Applitrack; Pleasant Hill (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a PK Paraprofessional (Sp Ed) for Four Mile and Runnells Elementary in Pleasant Hill. The role runs 8:00am–4:00pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, supporting students from Pre-K through 12th grade under licensed supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a Paraeducator Certificate from the Iowa Department of Education, and successful background checks. Prior school experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Paraeducator Certificate from the Iowa Department of Education.
• Ability to work with Pre-K through 12th Grade students.
• Background and health checks completed at hire time.
• Experience in an educational setting and with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist small groups or individual student instruction and supervision.
• Maintain a safe, orderly learning environment in school settings.
• Help with classroom setup, materials, and activities.
• Support students with physical or behavioral needs.
• Complete clerical tasks and adhere to health precautions.

Skills

Educational support

Student supervision

Communication with staff

Patience

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paraeducator Certificate (Iowa)

Job description

PK Paraprofessional (Sp Ed) (Four Mile and Runnells) JobID: 5264

• Position Type:
  Teacher Associate
• Date Posted:
  10/1/2026
• Date Available:
  As Soon As Possible

Title: PK Paraprofessional (Sp Ed)
Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm M,T,Th,F
Location: Four Mile & Runnells Elementary
Qualifications:
Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Paraeducator Certificate from the Iowa Department of Education
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work with the needs of all Pre-K thru 12th Grade students.
• Successful completion of physical, criminal background and child abuse registry check, and pre-work screening at time of hire.
• Experience working in an educational setting.
• Ability to obtain required training, including but not limited to the following: certification to administer medication to students, American Heart or Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification, Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI)
• Ability to work with all students with diverse needs.
• Successful work or volunteer experience with disabled population
• Supervisory experience with school age children

Reports to: Building Principal and Director of Special Education
Job Goal:
To work under the supervision of teacher(s) or other licensed personnel who have the ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of education and related service programs; to contribute to the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of children and youth.
Performance Responsibilities:

• Assists with small groups and/or individual student instruction and supervision.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment in a variety of school settings; i.e., classroom, lunchroom, playground, field trips.
• Assists with classroom set up and material preparation.
• Assists with physical or behavioral needs of individual students.
• Completes clerical tasks as assigned.
• Uses standard universal health precautions.
• Reads and comprehends at the student's grade level or above.
• 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 rules for clocking in and out.
• Follows IEP and teacher's directives.
• Does not get visibility upset by occasional bad language, threat of physical violence or personal habits of students.
• Practices patience and does not become easily discouraged.
• Helps student(s) to become one of the class.
• Maintains confidentiality and student privacy by only discussing student needs with staff that have an educational need to know the information.
• Reports to assigned center as scheduled.
• Implements daily activities (crafts, board games, activities, large group games or activities).
• Maintains a clean, sanitary, orderly and safe environment.
• 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.
• Keeps all assigned paperwork up-to-date and submits in a timely manner (such as Medicaid, student academic or behavioral data)
• Serves as a positive role model for the students.
• Participates in home visits accompanied by the teacher when asked.
• Assists in the preparation, serving, and clean-up of breakfast, lunch and snacks as needed.
• Attends required staff meetings.
• Maintains professional growth, current Mandatory Reporting Training, First Aid, CPR certification as required by state and federal regulations.
• Assumes duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Teacher or Principal.
• Completes annual Bloodborne Pathogens training.