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Elementary Special Education Associate
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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
The South Hamilton CSD is seeking candidates for a Special Education Associate for the 2026-2027 school year! At South Hamilton, people are the priority! We pursue learning with passion, positivity, and a consistent commitment to excellence. If this sounds like your IDEAL culture, let's TALK!
Purpose:
The purpose of the Special Education Associate position is to provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with special needs, allowing them to attend a regular classroom setting on a regular basis.
Reports to:
Building Principal Education Preferred:
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
Responsibilities:
Work with physically impaired and special needs students on a daily basis under the direction of special education and general education teachers. React quickly and calmly in a crisis. Learn IEP procedures, physical therapy, assistive technology and devices, and occupational therapy programs. Communicate with extreme patience to students with special needs or behavioral problems. Interact in a positive manner with students, faculty, parents, and other staff members
Benefits:
A great schedule! Paid sick leave, personal leave, and holidays! A benefits package with access to single/family health, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary life insurance! Long-term disability insurance is paid for by the district!
Learn More About South Hamilton:
https://shhawks.net/en-US/human-resources-9fd33ec4
Contact:
Mr. Steve Neuberger, Principal 404 Blaine St.
•Jewell, IA 50130
•515.827.5096 steve_neuberger@s-hamilton.k12.ia.us
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings