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Supervisory Paraeducator 7 hrs/day
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$35,410 / year median in Iowa
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Supervisory Paraeducator 7 hrs/day
Iowa City Community School District
Tate High School - Iowa City, Iowa This job is also posted in Iowa City Community School District, and TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs
Job Details
Job ID:
5914134
Application Deadline:
Sep 17, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Sep 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
AA Degree or BA degree, or Para certification
Previous experience working with adolescents preferred but not required
Post-secondary coursework in educational field preferred but not required
Skill in behavior management
Initiative to be a self-starter
Intuitive to the needs of the student
Ability to work well with classroom teacher, support staff, administrators, AEA and parents of student as part of an educational team
Ability to be flexible in assignment given
Ability to use good judgment when unexpected problems arise
Ability to use office equipment
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable.
REPORTS TO
Building Principal
SUPERVISES
N/A
JOB GOAL(S):
To assist in meeting the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of students in either an individual or small group setting under the supervision of the building administrator, classroom teacher or designated staff member. To work with an educational team in order to enhance student learning, promote the overall efficiency of the school system, and maximize the educational opportunities available to each child.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Any or all of the following duties may apply to a specific paraeducator position, depending on the needs of the student and the operation of the educational setting.
Assist in coordinating restroom/media center passes.
Work as a member of the supervisory team.
Monitor student behavior and enforce rules in accordance with student/parent handbook and district and building policies.
Maintain attendance records.
Report to an administrator any significant problems encountered with students creating a disruption in the building.
Conform to expectations within the negotiated agreement for Educational Associates.
Studyhall and lunchroom supervision.
Other duties as assigned.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
175 contract days Salary and calendar year to be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy of the Iowa City Community School District.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the District's policy on Evaluation, State Statute, and any applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$16.05 Per Hour
Benefits
- Dental Insurance