A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
ECSE Preschool Associate
Burlington Community School District
North Hill Elementary School - Burlington, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs
Job Details
Job ID:
5881557
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Aug 12, 2026 2:04 AM (UTC)
Job Description
Burlington Community School District strives to employ people who support our mission, vision, and beliefs:
Mission:
Inspiring and challenging students through diverse opportunities
Vision:
Burlington Community School District strives to have a profoundly positive impact on each student's adult quality of life brought about by students' individual and collective educational experiences.
Beliefs:
Burlington Community School District works tirelessly to serve our students, staff, and community within the social context present in our community, as well as the specific support of individual students' educational needs. BCSD is seeking innovative educators willing to challenge the status quo of preconceived notions and limitations, while staying true to our mission and vision by leading our students to advance the greater good for humanity.
Description:
Preschool Level II Special Education Associate Class B, 7.5 hrs./day 144 days/year. $14.94/hr. or $15.34/hr. with Associates Degree or higher or a paraeducator certificate.
Educational Requirements for Preschool Associates
Program Standards CDA®Credential Paraeducator Certficate Associate/ Bachelor Degree Two Years of College
IQPPS Meets requirements; or has the equivalent; or is enrolled and working toward a CDA® or the equivalent Meets Requirements. (Must include generalist and EC Certificates) Meets requirements Meets requirements
Responsibilities include accompanying students to his/her activities. Must be able to keep students on task and organized. Assist student's with personal hygiene needs. Must be able to supervise students in cafeteria, classrooms, playground, and patrol duties. Computer and typing skills needed. Must have basic understanding of math, science, and reading and writing skills, with ability to check students work. Capability to work with students in small groups (or individually, one-on-one). Ability to follow both written and oral directions. MANDT Training and Behavior Management preferred. Mobility and ability to lift required. Other duties as assigned.
May require additional hours to help with student's bussing needs.
Burlington Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Burlington Community School District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Burlington Community School District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.
