Substitute Educational Associate - 2026-2027 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 44,413,824 - 45,736,320; Full time

Job summary

The Newton Community School District in Newton, Iowa is seeking a Substitute Educational Associate for the 2026-2027 school year. The position offers $15.50 per hour and requires the ability to relate to students with special needs and pass background checks.

Responsibilities include supporting classroom staff and supervising students as needed. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be willing to participate in district training. Apply online with letters of reference.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Iowa BOEE Paraeducator certificate preferred.
• Ability to relate effectively to children with special needs.
• Evidence of emotional maturity and stability for the work involved.
• Must maintain a loving, caring, helpful relationship with children.
• Must have initiative and insight to anticipate problem situations and/or children in need of assistance.
• Must be willing to attend training to assist with specific student's needs.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.

Skills

Ability to relate to children with

Emotional maturity

Loving, caring relationship

Initiative

Attend training

Follow policies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Iowa BOEE Paraeducator certificate preferred

Job description

Substitute Educational Associate - 2026-2027 School Year

Newton Community School District – Newton, Iowa

Job Details

Job ID: 5817108
Application Deadline: Apr 30, 2027 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Jul 06, 2026 7:03 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Position: Substitute Educational Associate
Location: Newton Community School District
Substitute Hourly Wage: $15.50/hour
Job Description: See attached

Conditions: Hired applicants must be able to pass both the DCI criminal history background check and the prework physical requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Iowa BOEE Paraeducator certificate preferred
• Ability to relate effectively to children with special needs
• Evidence of the emotional maturity and stability necessary for the specialized work involved
• Must maintain a loving, caring, helpful relationship with children
• Must have initiative and the insight to anticipate problem situations and/or children in need of assistance
• Must be willing to attend training to assist with specific student's needs
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
• Ability to follow policies and practices

How to Apply

To apply for this position please complete the online application and upload a cover letter addressed to Laura Selover, Director of Human Resources.

• The Human Resources Office will receive notification that the application has been submitted.
• HR will send the DCI Background check form to the applicant.
• Upon approval from DCI, applicant will receive information about the substitute onboarding process.

Position Information

Substitute employees will be notified of available substitute assignments on an as-needed basis to fill in for absent staff. Hours and the frequency of assignments will vary depending on district staffing needs, employee absences, and the substitute's availability.

Continuous Notice of Nondiscrimination

It is the policy of the Newton Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its 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 Laura Selover, Director of Human Resources, 1302 1st Avenue West, Newton, Iowa 50208, [phone], [e-mail].

NCSD Website: https://www.newtoncsd.org/

Position Type

Full-time

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Substitute > Substitute

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Contact Information

• Sandy Scotton
• 1302 First Avenue West
• Newton, Iowa 50208
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]