Special Education Assistant - SPED Level III

Southeast Polk Community School District; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Polk Community School District is seeking a Teacher Associate (Sp Ed - Lv III) for Altoona Elementary. This position supports licensed staff by assisting with small groups and individual students to promote social, emotional, and academic growth.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, willingness to complete background checks, and training such as First Aid/CPR. Hours are school-day, with a focus on creating a safe, engaging learning environment for diverse learners.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work with Pre-K through 12th Grade students.
• Background and child abuse registry checks required at hire.
• Experience in an educational setting.
• Ability to obtain trainings including medication certification, First Aid/CPR, CPI.
• Ability to work with diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with small groups or individual instruction and supervision.
• Help maintain a safe, orderly learning environment in classrooms, lunchrooms, playgrounds, and field trips.
• Assist with classroom set up and material preparation.
• Assist with physical or behavioral needs of individual students.
• Operate standard school equipment and complete clerical tasks as assigned.
• Follow health precautions and IEP directives, and maintain positive rapport with students.

Skills

Diploma or GED

Educational setting experience

Diversity handling

Medication administration training

First Aid/CPR training

CPI training

Pre-K to 12th grade support

Education

48 credit hours post-secondary education

Para educator certification (IA)

Job description

Southeast Polk Community School District is seeking a Teacher Associate (Sp Ed - Lv III) for Altoona Elementary. This position supports licensed staff by assisting with small groups and individual students to promote social, emotional, and academic growth.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, willingness to complete background checks, and training such as First Aid/CPR. Hours are school-day, with a focus on creating a safe, engaging learning environment for diverse learners.