Special Education Para Educators

Maquoketa Community School District; Maquoketa (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Maquoketa Community School District is seeking Special Education Para Educators for the 2026-2027 school year across Briggs Elementary, Maquoketa Middle, and Maquoketa High School. Immediate start with 7 hours per day, positions anticipated for the 2026-2027 year.

Qualified applicants will participate in a collaborative setting and engage in professional learning as directed by school leadership. Applicants should have a high school diploma, be prepared for a successful interview, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Successful interview process.
• Desire to work with elementary students and those in special education.
• Energetic, positive, and flexible with the ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of teacher in classroom.
• Assist students eligible for special education in general and small-group settings.
• Attend professional learning as assigned by building administrator.
• Check email daily for communications.

Skills

High School Diploma

Successful Interview

Desire to work with elementary

Desire to work with students eligible

Energy for student learning

Positive mindset

Team collaboration

Job description

Special Education Para Educators

Job ID: 5890607

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 10:07 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ANTICIPATED VACANCIES

Briggs Elementary, Maquoketa Middle School, Maquoketa High School

Special Education Para Educators

2026-2027 School Year

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Successful Interview
• Desire to work with elementary students
• Desire to work with students who are eligible for special education services
• Possess excitement and energy towards student learning
• Positive mindset and flexible
• Able to collaborate with a team and open to new ideas

Duties

• Work under supervision of teacher
• Assist with students who are eligible for special education services in the classroom with peers in addition to support in a small classroom setting
• Attend professional learning assigned by building Principal and Curriculum Director
• Check email on a daily basis

Preference will be given to the candidate who:

• Possesses the best qualifications
• Presents the strongest interview

Rate of Compensation

• 7 hours per day
• Rate of pay per 2025-26 Support Staff Settlement Conditions

Administrators will contact candidates to discuss which buildings candidates are most interested in and where there are current openings.

Position open until filled

Contact Information

• Jenny Nabb , Curriculum Director
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Supt. Tara Notz

Maquoketa Community Schools

612 South Vermont

Maquoketa, IA 52060

EEO/AA

It is the policy of Maquoketa Community School District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, sexual orientation, age (for employment), and actual or potential family, parental, or marital status (for programs). Maquoketa Community School District offers career and technical education programs in the following service areas: Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Human Services and Industrial Technology. If you have a question or complaint related to this policy, or for information about the district’s grievance procedures, please contact Superintendent Notz, 612 S. Vermont St. Maquoketa, Iowa 52060 at 563-652-4984, [e-mail] or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone], TDD: [phone], Email: [e-mail].

Position Type: Full-time

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Equal Opportunity Employer

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