Substitute School Associate

Young World Physical Education; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 22,730; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Johnston, Iowa seeks a Substitute School Associate to support educational services. The role includes assisting with instructional activities, behavioral supervision, and maintaining a positive environment in the classroom.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and a strong ability to relate to children with special needs. This position offers a salary range of $16 to $16.50 per hour, and candidates must pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a criminal background check will be required upon offer.
• Ability to assist students with technology.

Responsibilities

• Support instructional activities under teacher direction.
• Assist in the supervision of students during activities.
• Maintain positive communication with school personnel and students.

Skills

Ability to relate to children with special needs

Collaborative skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Substitute School Associate

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Job Details

Job ID: 5793557

Application Deadline: Apr 18, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary: Support the delivery of educational services and student learning by assisting with instructional, behavioural, and supervisory activities under the direction of the supervising teacher and building administration.

Terms of Employment: Substitutes are called and used on an “as needed basis” with no guarantee of hours or days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to relate to children with special needs
• Possess collaborative and interpersonal skills

Successful completion of a criminal background check and physical capacity profile test will be required upon offer.

Performance Responsibilities

Personal Performance Criteria

• Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students
• Contributes to creating a positive work environment
• Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality
• Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day
• Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job
• Works independently and with confidence
• Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision

Professional Performance Criteria

• Assists in the supervision of students in the classroom and other areas of the school facility. This may include:
  • Bus arrival/dismissal
  • Transportation of students to and from school during contracted hours
  • Lunch and/or recess
  • School related activities/field trips during contracted hours
  • Emergency drills/situations
• Assists staff in preparation of materials. This may include:
  • Reproducing and preparing materials and equipment used in the classroom
  • Correcting papers, workbooks, and tests
  • Creating and preparing materials for bulletin boards
• Works with group or individual students in the daily routine of the classroom under the teacher’s direction. This may include:
  • Assisting teacher with classroom management and/or implementation of behavioral management plan(s)
  • Assisting students with homework, tests, and/or seat work
  • Assisting students with technology (audio visual, computer, adaptive educational equipment)
  • Maintaining records for individual students
  • Assisting in the integration of special education student in the regular classroom
  • Keeping teacher/administrator informed of all relevant student-related matters
• Those subbing for the Special Ed Associate Plus position may assist group or individual students with personal care, including:
  • Toileting: this may include lifting, transferring, garment removal, changing diapers, use of adaptive toileting equipment, and clean‑up procedures.
  • Feeding: this may include blending foods, serving students, and feeding through gastronomy tubes.
  • Lifting: this will include use of proper lifting techniques when transferring students in and out of wheelchairs using two or three person lifts or lift equipment. Training for proper lifting techniques will be provided by the district.
  • General Hygiene: this will include assisting students in cleaning and removing excreted bodily fluids using appropriate safety precautions.
• Duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor may vary from time to time
• Keeps current with appropriate nursing content and school health instructional techniques and strategies (e.g. participation in professional organizations, workshops, conferences, including the development of technology skills)
• Remains informed on building and district policies and works cooperatively toward their implementation and participates when appropriate in curriculum development, building/district assignments, and selecting/implementing building and district goals
• Meets responsibilities beyond the school day related to school functions
• Maintains a professional appearance appropriate to job responsibilities

Position Type

Substitute

Salary

$16 to $16.50 per hour

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.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Marah Allen, Administrative Assistant to Human Resources
• ADMINISTRATION
• Phone: [phone] x1655
• Email: [e-mail]