Special Education Paraeducator RH

Young World Physical Education

Pleasant Valley Township (IA)

On-site

USD 22,509 - 25,003

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a part-time Special Education Paraeducator for Riverdale Heights Elementary School in Bettendorf, Iowa. The position involves assisting a certified teacher in overseeing students with disabilities, supervision of cafeteria and recess, and participation in training meetings. Pay ranges from $16.34 to $18.15 per hour based on experience, and the role is ideal for individuals with skills in behavioral techniques and special education support.

Qualifications

Preferred experience in special education or related fields.
Understanding of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills development.
Willingness to assist with personal hygiene and self-help skills.

Responsibilities

Assist a certified teacher in supervising students with disabilities.
Conduct therapeutic regimens under supervision.
Participate in paraeducator meetings and training.
Monitor student performance and assist with documentation.

Skills

Experience with Individual Education Plans

Behavior modification techniques

Ability to assist students with disabilities

Job description

Special Education Paraeducator RH

Pleasant Valley Community School District Riverdale Heights Elementary School - Bettendorf, Iowa

Job Details

Job ID: 5661015

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

RIVERDALE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY

We have the following opening for the 2026-2027 school year:

Special Education Paraeducator

5.25 paid hrs/day
8:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
$18.15/hour after 60-day probationary period
Position includes cafeteria and recess supervision

QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in areas related to the listed performance responsibilities preferred.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB GOAL: The special education aide will assist a certified teacher(s) in the supervision of an individual student with an Individual Education Plan and/or small groups of students, with physical, emotional, mental and/or communicative disabilities at an assigned school site and assist students in developing various self-help, social, and community skills.

Job Duties

Assist in bus loading and unloading.
Attend paraeducator meetings/training and serve on committees, as required.
Carry out therapeutic regimens, such as behavior modification and personal development programs, under the supervision of special education instructors, psychologists, or speech-language pathologists.
Clean classrooms, facilities, or work areas.
Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
Distribute teaching materials, such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
Employ special educational strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory.
Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
Assist teachers/students with homework and tests, and compute and record results, using answer sheets or electronic marking devices.
Maintain student records (Medicaid, Medicare).
Assist students with special educational needs.
Monitor student performance.
Assist with data collection.
Set up classroom materials or equipment.
Supervise school or student activities.
Encourage the use of life skills.
Assist students with personal hygiene, toileting, feeding, and/or help in the restroom.
Assist other educational professionals with projects or research.
Collaborate with other teaching professionals to implement educational programs.
Create technology-based learning materials.
Check email on a daily basis.
Complete annual training modules.
Assist with cafeteria/recess duties as assigned by the building principal.
Maintain confidentiality.
Other duties as assigned by school administrators.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The district is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including recent Iowa legislative requirements. The district strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Equal opportunity applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, training, layoffs, and termination. All employees are expected to uphold and adhere to the district’s equal employment opportunity policies. This policy will be communicated annually to all employees to ensure ongoing awareness and compliance.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16.34 to $18.15 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

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