Special Education Paraeducator

Weber Elementary; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber Elementary in Iowa City, IA seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional for a 6.5-hour day to assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans and support in preparing instructional materials and equipment.

The role requires collaboration with school personnel under the Building Principal, with a focus on supporting students’ needs, crisis management training, and maintaining confidentiality. Reliable attendance is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Para Certificate or post-secondary education preferred.
• Experience in a K-12 education system preferred.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications may be acceptable per District guidance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing students' IEPs and support in preparing instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist with and/or perform personal care and hygiene activities as needed.
• Implement behavior management strategies and participate in crisis response training.
• Support the implementation of alternate communication devices as needed.
• Maintain student documentation and Medicaid logs as requested.
• Support bus transportation for students as needed and complete bus rider training.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Attend work promptly and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

K-12 experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Para Certificate or post-secondary education

Job description

Job Description

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL: 6.5 hrs/day

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Para Certificate or Post-Secondary Education preferred
• Experience in a K-12 education system is preferred
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO:

• Building Principal

JOB GOALS:

Performs the full range of professional duties including collaboration with school personnel and the special education department, and supports the documented needs of the student. Special Education Paraprofessionals should be self-starters, flexible, and intuitive in supporting the needs of students.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the implementation of student's Individual Education Plans and support in the preparation and organization of instructional materials and equipment. Which may include:
• The implementation of a Behavior Implementation Plan (BIP)
• Assist with and/or perform personal care and hygiene activities as necessitated by the needs of the student.
• Will implement strategies and participate in ongoing training that prevents, minimizes, and manages behavioral challenges with dignity and safety for the student. This may include implementing the strategies and training received in crisis response including physical management as needed and when appropriate.
• Participating in training and supporting the implementation of alternate communication devices as needed and ensuring access across settings.
• Participate in verbal de-escalation and crisis management training provided by the Iowa City Community School District
• Maintain as requested student documentation, Medicaid logs, and progress monitoring.
• Support in the transition of students on and off the bus, as well as when needed riding the bus to support students based on student needs. All personnel supporting students with individual educational plans should anticipate supporting occasional and up to consistent bus riding and must complete bus rider training (to be provided upon hire).
• Create and maintain positive working relationships with the school community, students, and other employees.
• Attends work on a prompt and regular basis
• Maintain confidentiality
• Other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

175 days + up to 2 additional days of in-service = 177 days. Salary and calendar year to be evaluated in accordance with the Negotiated Agreement between the Iowa City Education Association and the Iowa City Community School District.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the District's policy on Evaluation, State Statute, and any applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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Job Details

Job ID: 5976280
Application Deadline: Nov 05, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $17.05 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amber Daubs , Principal
• Weber Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]