Special Education Associate/Paraprofessional- Longfellow Elementary (PK-2nd)

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Job summary

Marion Independent School District in Marion, Iowa, seeks a Special Education Associate/Paraprofessional for Longfellow Elementary (PK‑2nd). The role reports to the Principal & Roster Teacher and focuses on providing academic, social, emotional and behavioral support for students eligible for special education services.

The paraprofessional collaborates with educators to implement IEPs, support individualized instruction, and maintain records in a busy elementary setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing academic, behavior management, crisis intervention, and/or other educational service support in structured individualized or group settings.
• Assist in providing individual and/or group instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Assist in implementing, adapting, or developing curriculum materials under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Collaborate with the team in planning and implementing educational and behavioral interventions for individuals and groups of students.
• Complete clerical duties related to educational programming, instruction, and/or classroom management, including materials preparation, communications, and record‑keeping of student attendance, performance, and behavioral incidents.
• Provide support and assist with supervision of children/students in various settings, including but not limited to the playground (K‑8 only), lunchroom, restrooms, halls, media center, and other requested areas.
• Participate in projects, committees, or activities to support the mission of the special education program, building, or school district.
• Participate in staff development and professional growth activities as requested.
• Develop and maintain proper and adequate records and documentation in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Support implementation of academic accommodations, modifications, and/or specific plans as outlined in students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Job description

Special Education Associate/Paraprofessional – Longfellow Elementary (PK‑2nd)

Location: Marion Independent School District, Longfellow Elementary School, Marion, Iowa

Job Details

• Job ID: 5818597
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 07, 2026
• Position Type: Full-time

Job Description

Job Title: Associate – Special Education

Reports To: Principal & Roster Teacher

Purpose: Provide assistance to licensed instructional or support staff in the delivery of program‑specific services for special education students under the direction of licensed teaching staff. Assist in providing academic, social, emotional and behavioral programming designed to meet the needs of students entitled to special education programming.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in providing academic, behavior management, crisis intervention, and/or other educational service support in structured individualized or group settings.
• Assist in providing individual and/or group instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Assist in implementing, adapting, or developing curriculum materials under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Collaborate with the team in planning and implementing educational and behavioral interventions for individuals and groups of students.
• Complete clerical duties related to educational programming, instruction, and/or classroom management, including materials preparation, communications, and record‑keeping of student attendance, performance, and behavioral incidents.
• Provide support and assist with supervision of children/students in various settings, including but not limited to the playground (K‑8 only), lunchroom, restrooms, halls, media center, and other requested areas.
• Participate in projects, committees, or activities to support the mission of the special education program, building, or school district.
• Participate in staff development and professional growth activities as requested.
• Develop and maintain proper and adequate records and documentation in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Support implementation of academic accommodations, modifications, and/or specific plans as outlined in students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication and maintenance of professional working relationships.
• Teamwork and collaboration with others.
• Flexibility and responsiveness to the changing needs of students and the district.
• Confidential handling of information.
• Prioritization and coordination of multiple tasks.
• Positive and professional image toward students, families, and colleagues.
• Crisis intervention support (after proper training).
• Reading, interpreting documents, and writing reports and correspondence.
• Appropriate use of technology, including basic computer skills, email, internet, word processing, and iPad applications.
• Maintenance of positive professional relationships and behavior.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Noise levels can vary based on activities. The position may require working beyond a typical eight‑hour day.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer. Inquiries about equal employment opportunity or affirmative action may be directed to the district’s Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinator.