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Elem Associate
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A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.
$60,613 / year median in Iowa
+4% projected growth
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Elem Associate
TeachIowa
East Marshall Comm School District
- Gilman, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs
Job Details
Job ID:
5920688
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Sep 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Elem Associate — 7.5 Hours/Day (37.5 Hours/Week)
POSITION OVERVIEW
East Marshall CSD is seeking a dedicated and caring Elem Associate to support student learning and well-being in our school. This full-time classified position (7.5 hours per day / 37.5 hours per week) works under the direction of licensed staff and building administration to provide meaningful support to students in academic and supervisory settings.
REQUIRED CREDENTIALS
High school diploma or equivalent — Required
Ability to pass required background checks
Strong, supportive, and caring disposition toward students of all abilities and backgrounds
Ability to take direction from and collaborate effectively with licensed classroom teachers and building administration
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with Elem school-age students in an educational setting — preferred
Experience supporting students with diverse academic, behavioral, or social-emotional needs — preferred
Paraeducator or educational associate training — preferred
Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students — preferred
Strong communication skills and professional judgment
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Work individually with students to support progress toward academic goals as directed by the classroom teacher
Facilitate and support small-group instruction and learning activities
Provide supervision of students in classrooms, hallways, lunchroom, recess, and other school settings
Assist students with tasks, assignments, and routines as needed
Support a safe, positive, and orderly learning environment
Communicate student needs and observations to the supervising teacher and/or building administration
Maintain confidentiality regarding students and school matters
Other duties as assigned
PAY SCALE
High School Diploma
- starts at $15 / hour. Para Certificate
- starts at $15.25 / hour. 2 or 4 year degree
- starts at $15.
50 / hour.
NOTE:
All internal applicants will be considered first for 5 business days before external applicants will be considered.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a letter or email of interest to:
Janine Anderson jaanderson@e-marshall.k12.ia.
us or mail to:
East Marshall
CSD, 204
West Center Street, Gilman, Iowa 50106
All postings can also be found on TeachIowa (iowa.schoolspring.org) and IowaWorks.gov.
Position Type:
Full-time
Benefits
- Dental Insurance