Special Education Paraprofessional

TeachIowa; Essex (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TeachIowa Essex Comm School District in Essex, Iowa, is seeking two caring Special Education Paraprofessionals to join our team. You will work closely with students and staff to support classroom activities and help students reach academic, social, and behavioral goals.

Immediate start and full-time hours are available in a collaborative school setting. Experience with special needs is preferred, and candidates should be patient, dependable, and able to work well with teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children and supporting their individual needs.
• Patient, dependable, and compassionate.
• Able to work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.
• Previous experience working with children or students with special needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support and assist students with academic, social, and behavioral goals.
• Work closely with students and staff to implement instructional plans and behavior support strategies.

Skills

Child support

Patience & empathy

Team collaboration

Experience with special needs

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5901001
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 25, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

We are seeking TWO caring, dependable, and compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional to join our team in Essex, Iowa.

The paraprofessional will work closely with students and staff to provide support in the classroom and help students achieve their academic, social, and behavioral goals.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children and supporting their individual needs
• Patient, dependable, and compassionate
• Able to work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff
• Previous experience working with children or students with special needs is preferred

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Toni Bruce , Director of Special Education
• Essex Community School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]