Substitute Paraprofessional (Instructional Assistant) K-12

Young World Physical Education; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 19,630; Part time

Job summary

A school district in Iowa is looking for a Substitute Paraprofessional to assist academic teachers in various instructional settings. Responsibilities include supervising students, preparing educational materials, and maintaining a safe environment. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. and be able to work cooperatively with educators and students. This position is part-time, offering a salary of $14.25 per hour, providing essential support in the classroom and community settings.

Qualifications

• Assist academic teachers in instructional settings.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom activities as directed by teachers.
• Supervise students during lunch and recess.
• Implement behavior management plans.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to relate to students

Organizational skills

Patience

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

48 credit hours post-secondary education

Job description

Substitute Paraprofessional (Instructional Assistant) K-12

Charles City Community School District - Charles City, Iowa

Job Details

Job ID: 5503012

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 17, 2026 2:04 AM (UTC)

Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Academic Services

REPORTS TO: Principals

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Academic Teachers

BASIC FUNCTION (BF1): Assist academic teachers in the instruction, supervision and care of students in a variety of instructional settings, including special education, general education and work/community.

SKILLS AND JOB FUNCTIONS (For all Charles City Community Schools Positions SJF1-13)

• Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of Comet Pride
• Integrity
• Courage
• Resilience
• Excellence
• Responsibility
• Exhibits effective communications skills
• Effective outcomes in providing students behavioral and socio-emotional support
• Exhibits patience, tolerance, persistence, and flexibility for effective outcomes for students
• Exhibits organization, growth mindset, grit, and enthusiasm for effective outcomes for students
• Prompt and regular attendance
• Animated hospitality approach to students, parents, colleagues, and stakeholders
• Demonstrate confidentiality as needed and required
• Comply with Charles City Community Schools Board Policy/Regulations and Handbook Policy

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS (HS1-19)

• Maintain confidentiality
• Assist in the classroom teacher with educational activities
• Take direction and guidance from teachers, principals and drivers (if applicable)
• Follow behavior management plans for individual students
• Maintain students’ daily behavior/academic documentation
• Prepare and organize instructional materials and equipment
• Prepare and supervise students in bus loading/unloading
• Assist in maintaining a safe and orderly instructional environment
• Supervise lunchroom, playground, halls, classroom and other assigned areas
• Clarify and reinforce teacher directions
• Assist and supervise instruction in the community setting as required
• Assist students with assignments.
• Listen to students read/read to students.
• Prepare bulletin boards, games, and flash cards.
• Organize daily student work folders.
• Prepare attendance cards and reports.
• Under teacher direction, implement specific strategies to maintain/increase appropriate behavior and deescalate inappropriate behavior.
• Represent Charles City Community Schools effectively in the community, state and nation
• Other duties as assigned

ABILITIES (A1)

This position will require physical demands that include constant standing, walking, and working indoors. There will be frequent bending, stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling, extreme temperatures/humidity, and lifting of 50 pounds. There will be occasional sitting, climbing/stairs, driving, carrying of 25 feet, manual dexterity tasks, and working outdoors.

KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION (KE1-5 and KED1-2)

Required:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Ability to relate to all students.
• Ability to carry out duties cooperatively with others.
• Oral and written communication skills.

Preferred:

One of the following: (1) 48 credit hours post‑secondary education, or (2) associate’s degree or higher, (3) paraeducator certification from Board of Educational Examiners, or (4) National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)

Desired:

• Successful work or volunteer experience with disabled population
• Supervisory experience with school age children

POSITION INVENTORY

Classified

FLSA STATUS

Non‑Exempt

FT/PT

PT
SALARY: $14.25/HR

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job skills and functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job‑related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Contact Information

• Danielle Bonnstetter
• 1204 1st Avenue
• Charles City, Iowa 50616
• Phone: 641‑257‑6500
• Email: [e-mail]

EEO Statement

CONTINUOUS NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
It is the policy of the Charles City 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, gender identity 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 Moriah Mitchell 1204 1st Ave, Charles City, IA 50616, Phone: 641‑257‑6500, email:[e-mail].