Special Education Aide (6.25 hrs/day)
Young World Physical Education, Muscatine, IA, United States
Special Education Aide (6.25 hrs/day)
Muscatine Community School District Grant Elementary - Muscatine, Iowa
Job Details
Job ID:
5640264
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Muscatine Schools is hiring a Special Education Aide for Grant Elementary School. Special Education Aides are assigned to work 9 months/year while school is in session. This aide will be assigned to support a specific student within the Special Education program. This position is scheduled for 6.25 hrs/day, Monday through Friday, with an approximate schedule of 7:45am – 2:30pm (subject to change based on student(s)/building needs). Starting pay for this position is $17.93 per hour. Bilingual preferred or highly desirable. All essential functions must be performed on-site.
Responsibilities and duties:
Assist the classroom teacher in helping students increase their academic and behavioral goals and social skills.
Supervise and assist students individually or in group settings under the direction of professional staff.
Support students with academic, social, and emotional needs.
Work one-to-one with students to complete assigned tasks.
Support data collection systems as directed by the teacher.
Assist students with restroom and personal hygiene as necessary.
Maintain regular attendance to ensure consistency with students.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED.
Bilingual preferred or highly desirable.
Ability to complete required training (Chapter 103, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Iowa Mandatory Reporter). Failure to complete training may result in ineligibility for the position.
Valid driver's license, as the position involves community mobility and may require use of personal vehicle.
Physical capacity to assist physically challenged students, including lifting students as required.
Self‑starter, good interpersonal skills, patience, and willingness to assume responsibility.
Ability to work well with others and maintain confidentiality of all information.
Location:
As assigned
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency appropriate to job duties.
Experience working with students with challenges.
Ability to help students become more self‑sufficient.
Physical ability to assist students and work small groups or one‑on‑one.
Proficiency with student equipment (computer, wheelchair, health devices, etc.).
Knowledge of building and school bus safety procedures.
Knowledge of building and school alarm systems.
Genuine respect for children and ability to handle occasional challenges.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
American Disability Act Statement:
The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.
Physical Demands:
The employee must be capable of working under stress with large numbers of students, parents, and co‑workers. Standing, walking, squatting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, pulling and pushing items. Must continually use hand strength to grasp items. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers.
Working Environment:
The work environment is generally quiet and may involve indoor and outdoor activities. The position may require working beyond typical 8:00‑a.m. to 4:00‑p.m. hours. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
It is the policy of the Muscatine Community School District to not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or socioeconomic status in its employment practices.
Evaluation:
Principal shall evaluate no less than once annually with input from the teacher.
Position Type:
Part‑Time
Salary:
$17.93 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer
All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran.
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
Leslie Bennett, Principal
Grant Elementary
Email: leslie.bennett@mcsdonline.org
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Muscatine Community School District Grant Elementary - Muscatine, Iowa
Job Details
Job ID:
5640264
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Muscatine Schools is hiring a Special Education Aide for Grant Elementary School. Special Education Aides are assigned to work 9 months/year while school is in session. This aide will be assigned to support a specific student within the Special Education program. This position is scheduled for 6.25 hrs/day, Monday through Friday, with an approximate schedule of 7:45am – 2:30pm (subject to change based on student(s)/building needs). Starting pay for this position is $17.93 per hour. Bilingual preferred or highly desirable. All essential functions must be performed on-site.
Responsibilities and duties:
Assist the classroom teacher in helping students increase their academic and behavioral goals and social skills.
Supervise and assist students individually or in group settings under the direction of professional staff.
Support students with academic, social, and emotional needs.
Work one-to-one with students to complete assigned tasks.
Support data collection systems as directed by the teacher.
Assist students with restroom and personal hygiene as necessary.
Maintain regular attendance to ensure consistency with students.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED.
Bilingual preferred or highly desirable.
Ability to complete required training (Chapter 103, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Iowa Mandatory Reporter). Failure to complete training may result in ineligibility for the position.
Valid driver's license, as the position involves community mobility and may require use of personal vehicle.
Physical capacity to assist physically challenged students, including lifting students as required.
Self‑starter, good interpersonal skills, patience, and willingness to assume responsibility.
Ability to work well with others and maintain confidentiality of all information.
Location:
As assigned
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency appropriate to job duties.
Experience working with students with challenges.
Ability to help students become more self‑sufficient.
Physical ability to assist students and work small groups or one‑on‑one.
Proficiency with student equipment (computer, wheelchair, health devices, etc.).
Knowledge of building and school bus safety procedures.
Knowledge of building and school alarm systems.
Genuine respect for children and ability to handle occasional challenges.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
American Disability Act Statement:
The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.
Physical Demands:
The employee must be capable of working under stress with large numbers of students, parents, and co‑workers. Standing, walking, squatting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, pulling and pushing items. Must continually use hand strength to grasp items. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers.
Working Environment:
The work environment is generally quiet and may involve indoor and outdoor activities. The position may require working beyond typical 8:00‑a.m. to 4:00‑p.m. hours. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
It is the policy of the Muscatine Community School District to not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or socioeconomic status in its employment practices.
Evaluation:
Principal shall evaluate no less than once annually with input from the teacher.
Position Type:
Part‑Time
Salary:
$17.93 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer
All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran.
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
Leslie Bennett, Principal
Grant Elementary
Email: leslie.bennett@mcsdonline.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr