Sawyer Elementary Special Education Educational Associate

Ames Community School District; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 22,317 - 24,521; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full‑t

Life Insurance (full-time)

Long-Term Disability Insurance (full‑t

Paid Time Off

IPERS Retirement

Job summary

Ames Community School District in Ames, IA seeks Sawyer Elementary Special Education Educational Associate for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position working 7:15 am to 3:15 pm, 9.5 months.

Under supervision of an administrator and a special education teacher, you will assist with instructional support, behavior management, record keeping, classroom safety, and collaboration with students and staff to foster a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Patience and compassion toward children.
• Good communication and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with assignments during independent work or at stations.
• Reinforce learning with individuals or small groups.
• Support medical, health, and behavior-related needs as directed.
• Maintain attendance, records, and clerical tasks.
• Assist with lesson materials and data entry.

Skills

Understanding children

Patience

Compassion

Communication skills

Tech literacy

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Sawyer Elementary Special Education Educational Associate positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Full-time positions are benefits-eligible.

Summary

Under the supervision of an administrator and a special education teacher, assists the teacher in the education of students, including instructional assistance, behavior management, record keeping, classroom safety, security and organization, and interaction and communication with students and staff. Provides direct and indirect educationally related services to disabled students and supports the development of a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual growth of students.

Work Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:15 am–3:15 pm, 9.5-month position

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Assists students in interpreting and following the teacher's directions.
• Assists students with classroom assignments during independent work time and/or workstations.
• Works with individual students or groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills prepared by the teacher.
• Accompanies and assists students in integrated classes, recess, and lunch.
• Assists classroom teachers with the collection and preparation of materials needed for lessons.
• Assists the teacher with student record keeping/daily documentation.
• Supervises and enforces building/individual discipline procedures in all educational settings both in and out of school according to the supervisor's directions.
• Assists with medical, health, and/or behavior-related needs of students as instructed by the administrator, teacher, or nurse.
• Administers medication and first aid as identified.
• Assists in all aspects of personal hygiene.
• Corrects assignments, data collection and entry; maintains records, copying, and clerical tasks as assigned.
• Participates in professional development as requested by the administration.
• Alerts the principal or teacher to any problem and special information about an individual student.
• Interacts effectively with students, co-workers, parents, staff, and administration.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of student information as expected in an educational setting.
• Daily attendance and punctuality are required to meet the district mission.
• Attends work on a consistent and punctual basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

The successful candidate will exhibit

• Basic understanding of the needs of children
• Ability to relate effectively to children of all ages and with different academic and behavioral needs
• Patience and compassion and a caring, helpful relationship with children
• Basic computer skills including word processing (e.g., Google Docs), internet use, and email
• Professional written and oral communication skills, including active listening
• Ability to physically lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to bend, lift, sit on the floor, run short distances, and assist physically active students
• Emotional maturity and stability for the specialized work involved
• Initiative and the ability to anticipate and respond to problems
• Ability to take directions, work with minimal supervision, and follow policies and practices

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full-time)
• Life Insurance (full-time)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time)
• Paid Time Off
• IPERS Retirement

Pay Rate: Level 2 Educational Associate: $16.20 per hour. Level 3 Educational Associate: $17.80 per hour.

Application

Please apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/amesk12/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1735

Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer. The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.