Associate, Special Education

Full-time and Part-time Positions Available!

Grade Levels: K-5 6-8 or 9-12

Start Date: 8/18/25 or after

Pay Range: $16.11/hour starting benefits for eligible positions

Were looking for passionate motivated individuals to join our team as Classroom and Special Education Associates! Start your career in education with us and help shape the future!

INDIANOLA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Description

Position Title: Associate Special Education

Department: Special Education

Reports To: Principal Special Education Teacher

SUMMARY:

Provides assistance and supports to students under the direct supervision of certified personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.
• Supervises and monitors students in a variety of settings and accompanies them as they move about the building.
• Assist certified personnel in organizing and maintaining physical spaces.
• Assist certified personnel in implementing students Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Facilitates the integration of entitled students in typical classrooms and provides social behavioral and academic supports in the general education setting under the direction of certified personnel.
• Assists in presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises in compliance with the students IEP.
• Reviews lessons and provides drill and practice opportunities for individual and groups of students.
• Assists students in generalizing and reinforcing skills across settings.
• Provides communication and social skills supports.
• Assists certified personnel in preparing and implementing accommodations and modifications prescribed by students IEPs

• Assists certified staff in the preparation of materials. This may include reproducing and preparing materials and equipment used in the classroom; correcting papers workbooks and tests; and creating and preparing materials for bulletin boards.

• Assists certified personnel in the collection and recording of progress monitoring data using metrics prescribed by students IEPs.
• Assist certified personnel in implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and support students in meeting expectations for appropriate behavior.
• Demonstrate collegiality cooperation and professionalism in working with a variety of school personnel students parents and other stakeholders.
• Uses specialized equipment including computers mobility devices augmentative communicators pencil grips and other devices to support the unique needs and abilities of entitled students.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities daily.
• Works as a team member on building level committee and collegial activities within the building and District.
• Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law district policy and administrative regulations.
• Meets core expectations for all staff reflected in Iowa Administrative Code Board Policy and the district performance evaluation system.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises students during all school-related activities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in specialized health care equipment; operating assistive technology devices and equipment; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math including calculations using fractions percentages and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals write documents following prescribed formats and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: basic needs and behavior of children with severe physical cognitive or vision disabilities; assistive technology devices; instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; and basic child development theory and principles as needed.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and utilize equipment under a variety of conditions for multiple purposes. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading guiding and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organizations services.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; frequent stooping kneeling crouching and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 35% sitting 30% walking and 35% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in a clean atmosphere.

EXPERIENCE:

None specified

EDUCATION:

High school diploma/GED

REQUIRED TESTING:

None specified.

CERTIFICATIONS:

None specified

CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Prescribed training modules

CLEARANCES:

Criminal Fingerprint/Background Check

Bloodborne Pathogens Training

Seclusion and Restraint (i.e. Chapter 103) training

Mandatory Reporter Training -Child Abuse

Prescribed District Training Modules

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Salary:

Associate Salary Schedule

Required Experience:

IC