Substitute Paraprofessional (Instructional)

West Central Valley CSD; Stuart Township (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

West Central Valley CSD in Stuart, Iowa is seeking a Substitute Paraprofessional (Instructional) to assist certified staff with students and help meet instructional goals, including proctoring study halls to support curriculum development.

The role involves guiding students in reading, language arts, mathematics and computer skills; working individually or in small groups; assisting with classroom exercises and assessments; and supervising lunch, bus duty, playground duty, and field trips as

Qualifications

• Assist students with reading, language arts, math and computer instruction.
• Support instructional goals under supervision of certified staff.
• Assist with administration and correction of classroom exercises and assessments.
• Support classroom preparation and strategy for instructional materials.
• Document student learning and performance; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in small groups.
• Reinforce basic skills and instructional programs.
• Aid in behavior management to maintain a safe classroom.
• Supervise students in non-instructional areas (lunch, bus, playground).
• Accompany students on field trips as needed.
• Assist teacher with parent contact when requested.

Skills

Reading support

Math support

Basic computer use

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Diversity sensitivity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College coursework or No Child Left Behind Act requirements

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Substitute Paraprofessional (Instructional)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5396833

Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Re-Posted: Sep 30, 2026 3:23 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Position Purpose

- Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties such as proctoring study halls to enable them to make a contribution to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.

Essential Job Functions

- Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.

- Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.

- Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.

- Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.

- Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.

- Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.

- Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.

- Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.

- Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.

- Assists teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.

- Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc.

- Participates in IEP process and serves as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed.

- Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.

- Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.

Additional Duties:

- Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.

- Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

- Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements

- Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.

- Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).

- Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.

- Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.

- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

- Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.

- Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

- Works in standard office and school building environments.

- Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

- Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

- High School diploma or equivalent.

- Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.

- Prior experience working with special needs children desirable.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Date:

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Substitute > Substitute

Contact Information

• Symantha Crawford


• 3299 White Pole Road


• Stuart, Iowa 50250-8000


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]