Special Education Paraeducator 7 hrs/day

Tate High School; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tate High School in Iowa City, IA is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for a 7-hour day to support students with IEPs and assist the special education team. The role involves implementing the IEP, supporting behavior plans, and helping with instructional materials in a K-12 setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with para certification preferred. Training in crisis de-escalation and bus rider assistance is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Para Certificate or Post-Secondary Education preferred.
• Experience in a K-12 education system preferred.
• District may accept alternatives to qualifications when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and prepare instructional materials and equipment.
• Follow and support the Behavior Implementation Plan (BIP) and school safety protocols.
• Support personal care and hygiene needs as required by the student.
• Participate in crisis de-escalation training and implement strategies to manage challenging behavior with dignity and safety.
• Assist with communication devices and ensure access across settings.
• Participate in bus rider training and support transportation as needed.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Attend work regularly and maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Para Certificate or Post-Secondary Education

Experience in a K-12 education system

Alternatives to listed qualifications allowed by District

Job description

Special Education Paraeducator 7 hrs/day

Iowa City Community School District Tate High School - Iowa City, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5968657

Application Deadline: Oct 29, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

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.

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

• Kristina Brown
• Tate High School
• Phone: [phone]