Edwards Elementary Special Education Educational Associate

Edwards Elementary Special Education Educational Associate – Job Description

Openings as of 7/19/2026

Edwards Elementary Special Education Educational Associate |

• Position Type:
  Support Staff / Special Education Educational Associate
• Date Posted: 7/15/2026
• Closing Date: 08/11/2026

Summary

Under the supervision of an administrator and a special education teacher, assists the teacher in the education of students, including instructional assistance, management of student behavior, record keeping, classroom safety, security and organization, and interaction and communication with students and staff. Provides direct and indirect educationally related services to disabled students and assists the special education teacher in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:15 am-3:15 pm, 9.5 month position

Responsibilities /

Essential Functions:

• Assists students in interpreting and following the teacher's directions.
• Assists students with classroom assignments during independent work time and/or workstations.
• Works with individual students or groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills prepared by the teacher.
• Accompanies and assists students in integrated classes, recess, and lunch.
• Assists classroom teachers with the collection and preparation of materials needed for lessons.
• Assists the teacher with student record keeping / daily documentation.
• Supervises and enforces building / individual discipline procedures in all educational settings both in and out of school according to the supervisor's directions.
• Assists with medical, health, and/or behavior-related needs of students as instructed by the administrator, teacher, or nurse.
• Administers medication and first aid if identified.
• Assists in all aspects of personal hygiene.
• Corrects assignments, data collection and entry; maintain records, copying, and clerical tasks as assigned.
• Participates in professional development as requested by the administration.
• Alerts the principal or teacher to any problem and special information about an individual student.
• Interacts effectively with students, co-workers, parents, staff and administration.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

The successful candidate will exhibit:

• Basic understanding of the needs of children
• Ability to relate effectively to children of all ages and with different academic and behavioral needs
• Patience and compassion; a caring and helpful relationship with children
• Basic computer skills including word processing (Google Docs or similar), internet search, and email
• Professional communications skills, both written and oral, including active listening
• Ability to physically lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, lift, sit on floor, run short distances, and assist physically active students
• Emotional maturity and stability for the specialized work involved
• Initiative and the ability to anticipate and respond to problem situations
• Ability to take directions, work with minimal supervision, and follow policies and practices

Benefits: (30+ hours per week)

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full-time)
• Life Insurance (full-time)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time)
• Paid Time Off
• IPERS Retirement

Pay Rate: Level 2 Educational Associate: $16.20 per hour. Level 3 Educational Associate: $17.80 per hour.

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The Ames Community School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Postings current as of 7/19/2026 4:09:30 AM CST.