Substitute Classroom Associate

Young World Physical Education; Winterset (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Winterset, Iowa, is seeking a part-time Special Education Teacher Associate. The role involves supporting students with behavioral, emotional, learning, or physical disabilities by following guidelines from special education and classroom teachers.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and demonstrate communication skills, positivity, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The position offers a unique opportunity to impact students' lives positively within the educational environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience or willingness to acquire essential dispositions and ownership of the district mission.
• Caring and positive attitude towards others.
• Self-efficacy in empowering others.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the student(s) assigned.
• Performs tasks as directed by special education and classroom teachers.
• Maintains confidentiality and communicates with supervising teacher.

Skills

Good communication and problem solving skills

Ability to carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision

Experience working with children/students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Position Type: Part-time

Job ID: 5795208

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Job Description

Title: Special Education Teacher Associate

Department: Special Education

Reports To: Building Principal and/or Assistant Principal

Receives Guidance From: Director of Special Programs and Classroom Teacher

Basic Function: Responsible for taking direction from special education and classroom teachers working directly to support the student(s) to which they are assigned, and performing all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge and skills commensurate with assigned position
• Good communication and problem solving skills
• Ability to carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision

Desired:

• Previous experience in a similar position
• Experience working with children/students
• Experience working with students who have behavioral, emotional, learning, and/or physical disabilities

Skills and Job Functions (All Winterset CSD Positions)

Demonstrated experience or willingness to acquire the following skills:

• Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of the district mission (empowering a community of lifelong learners)
• Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of the district core values: Excellence, Innovation, Pride, Relationships, Sense of Belonging
• Affirm and Encourage Others
• Grow Groups
• Self-Control
• Social Skills
• Self-motivated
• Optimistic
• Demonstrate Genuine Caring
• Effective communication skills
• Self-directed and problem solving
• Enthusiasm towards learning and continuous growth
• Positive attitude towards others
• Self-efficacy in empowering others
• Confidentiality as required
• Professional development seeking opportunities for growth
• Compliance with district policies and contractual responsibilities

Interpersonal Skills

• Interacts positively with staff and students
• Develops and maintains a professional rapport with classroom teachers and staff
• Displays a positive attitude
• Participates effectively as a contributing member of teams
• Responds appropriately to constructive feedback

Performance Skills

• Demonstrates initiative
• Accepts and follows teacher direction, seeking clarification as needed
• Proficiency in academic/behavioral/physical skills
• Provides academic/behavioral/physical support to students
• Produces quality work
• Completes assigned tasks efficiently
• Provides instructional, behavioral, and/or physical support
• Effective supervision and maintains a controlled and safe environment
• Performs duties as assigned

Professional Responsibilities

• Adheres to classroom, school, and district policy and procedures
• Demonstrates punctuality and regular attendance
• Redirects behavior, assesses student needs, and provides supports as needed
• Focuses on assigned tasks while on duty
• Maintains confidentiality; communicates student needs/concerns with supervising teacher only
• Maintains appropriate appearance and attire for the classroom environment
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervising teacher or building principal

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year to be established in accordance with provisions of the Comprehensive Agreement.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated per the Comprehensive Agreement.

Physical Requirements: Bending, carrying, climbing, traveling between job sites, lifting, pushing-pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, and walking.

Working Conditions: Includes extremes of temperature and humidity; hazards include stairs and communicable diseases.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

It is the policy of the Winterset Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district's Equity Coordinator at 303 Wambold Drive, Winterset, Iowa, [phone].

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Justin Gross
• 303 Wambold Drive
• Winterset, Iowa 50273
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]