Preschool Paraeducator: Nurturing Classrooms & Growth

Iowa City Community School District; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa City Community School District's Longfellow Elementary in Iowa City, Iowa is hiring a Preschool Paraeducator for 7 hours per day to support classroom teachers and students with instruction, supervision, and daily routines.

Starting immediately, the position requires relevant coursework or credentials (48 semester hours/AA/BA/Para certification/Child Development Associate) and CPR/First Aid certification. The role involves teamwork, flexible assignments, and safeguarding student well-being.

Qualifications

• Must have one of the following: 48 Semester Hours, AA, BA, Para Certification, or Child Development Associate Credential
• Certification in CPR and First Aid for infant, child, and adult, or willingness to obtain
• Previous experience with children preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a safe, nurturing educational environment for preschool students
• Assist in creating a positive early childhood environment
• Use positive behavior strategies under teacher direction
• Prepare instructional materials for instruction
• Supervise students during recess, bus times, and lunch times
• Assist with basic student health concerns and medicine distribution
• Conform to negotiated paraeducator agreement
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Good judgment

Flexibility

Office equipment

Education

48 Semester Hours

AA

BA

Para Certification

Child Development Associate Credential

Job description

Iowa City Community School District's Longfellow Elementary in Iowa City, Iowa is hiring a Preschool Paraeducator for 7 hours per day to support classroom teachers and students with instruction, supervision, and daily routines.

Starting immediately, the position requires relevant coursework or credentials (48 semester hours/AA/BA/Para certification/Child Development Associate) and CPR/First Aid certification. The role involves teamwork, flexible assignments, and safeguarding student well-being.