Special Education Paraeducator - West Elementary
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Special Education Para educator
- West Elementary
North Polk Community School District West Elementary
- Polk City, Iowa Open in Google Maps
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Job DetailsJob
Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Jul 22, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)
The North Polk Community School District is a progressive educational community located in the Des Moines metro area just north of Ankeny serving the communities of Alleman, Elkhart, Polk City, and Sheldahl. The District proudly serves over 2200 learners from preschool through 12th grade in five buildings (West Elementary, PK thru 2nd;
Central Elementary, PK thru 5th; Big Creek Elementary, 3rd-5th; Middle School, 6th-8th; and High School, 9th-12th).
West Elementary School, located in Polk City, is seeking to hire a special education para educator. Individual must be flexible, collaborative, and willing to learn and grow.
Hours:
7:25 am - 3:10 pm Monday through Friday
7 hours per day
Compensation: $17.82 - 20.11/per hour depending on certification
Benefits- Benefits associated with this role include paid leaves, including sick and personal, as well as IPERS.
- Supporting a safe, positive teaching and learning environment.
- Adhering to the Individual Education Plan and maintaining confidentiality regarding student educational programming.
- Assisting in the physical and intellectual development of students.
- Supporting the social, emotional, and behavioral development of students.
- Establishing positive and productive relationships.
- Communicating consistently with teachers, staff, and students.
- Demonstrating ethical and professional standards of conduct.
- Collaborating with teachers, administrators, and other staff to ensure best practice and supports are in place for students.
- Participating in professional learning opportunities, as appropriate.
All applications must include a minimum of 3 completed references. Please contact building Principal, Cory Allison, with any questions.
EOE
Position Type:
Full-time
- Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA - Special Education >
Special Education Assistant
- Sophie Bower
- 13930 NE 6th St.
- Alleman, Iowa 50007
- Phone:
- Email: sophie.bower
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