Substitute Paraprofessional

Tripoli Community School District; Tripoli (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Tripoli Community School District seeks dependable Substitute Paraprofessionals to support students and staff when regular paraprofessionals are absent. You will assist with academic, behavioral, social, and daily living needs while maintaining a safe, positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include following classroom plans, supporting individual students and small groups, helping implement IEP goals, and collaborating with teachers and staff to ensure student success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with children or students preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students individually and in small groups.
• Strong communication, patience, dependability, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional and ethical behavior.
• Ability to follow teacher direction, student plans, and district procedures.
• Ability to safely perform physical duties, including lifting or transferring students when required.

Responsibilities

• Follow teaching strategies and directions provided by the classroom or special education teacher.
• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce academic, behavioral, and social skills.
• Assist students in implementing goals and strategies outlined in their IEPs.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with assigned students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Assist with classroom materials, teaching aids, and other instructional activities.
• Assist teachers with assessments, testing, scoring, and recording information as directed.
• Supervise students to ensure safety and compliance with school rules.
• Assist students with physical or daily living needs as outlined in their IEPs.
• Perform simple errands, clerical duties, and other student-related tasks as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and demonstrate professional conduct.
• Participate in required training or in-service activities.
• Communicate and work cooperatively with teachers, special education staff, administrators, and other school personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designated staff.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Dependability

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Substitute Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5931275

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary

The Tripoli Community School District is seeking dependable and student-focused Substitute Paraprofessionals to provide support to students and staff when regular paraprofessional staff are absent. The substitute will assist with academic, behavioral, social, and daily living needs while maintaining a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with children or students preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students individually and in small groups.
• Strong communication, patience, dependability, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional and ethical behavior.
• Ability to follow teacher direction, student plans, and district procedures.
• Ability to safely perform physical duties, including lifting or transferring students when required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow teaching strategies and directions provided by the classroom or special education teacher.
• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce academic, behavioral, and social skills.
• Assist students in implementing goals and strategies outlined in their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Build positive, supportive relationships with assigned students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Assist with classroom materials, teaching aids, and other instructional activities.
• Assist teachers with assessments, testing, scoring, and recording information as directed.
• Supervise students to ensure safety and compliance with school rules, including during transitions, hallways, bathrooms, and other common areas.
• Assist students with physical or daily living needs as outlined in their IEPs.
• Perform simple errands, clerical duties, and other student-related tasks as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
• Participate in required training or in-service activities.
• Communicate and work cooperatively with teachers, special education staff, administrators, and other school personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designated staff.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and move throughout the school day.
• Ability to assist with lifting, transferring, or positioning students with physical disabilities when required.
• Ability to perform physical duties necessary to ensure student safety.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in classrooms, special education settings, hallways, and other school facilities. Duties may require frequent interaction with students with varying academic, behavioral, social, and physical needs.

Terms of Employment

Substitute assignments, work schedules, and compensation are established by the Tripoli Community School District Board of Education and applicable district policies. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks and district requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Tripoli Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Iowa law.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Classification: Substitute Paraprofessional
Reports To: Building Principal and Assigned Teacher

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Position Type: Not provided

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Substitute > Substitute
• Substitute > Substitute: Paraprofessional

Contact Information

• Jacqueline Litwiller , HR Specialist
• Tripoli Community School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]