Top 251 Paraprofessional Jobs in Des Moines Ia

Elementary Paraprofessional (K–5): Kindergarten Associate
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines —Des Moines, IA
- From $30,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Part Time Assistant Teacher
Beautiful Beginnigs —Polk City, IA
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Flexible schedule
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Preschool-aged Behavior Technician (RBT) **$250 bonus
Stride Autism Centers —Johnston, IA
- From $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Childcare
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
Special Education Teacher, K-12
Omni Mgmt Group, LLC DBA Stellar Virtual —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Remote
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- Teaching Certification
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Flexible Schedule, Lasting Impact: Become a Substitute!
Kelly Education —Ankeny, IA
- $13.33 - $21.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
PK Paraprofessional (Sp Ed)
Southeast Polk CSD —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
2d
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Heartland ABA —Urbandale, IA
- $19 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Children
- Home Health
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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Special Education Associate - 26-27 School Year
Des Moines Public School District —Des Moines, IA
- $17.78 - $22.61 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education Associate-For the 2026-27 School Year
Des Moines Public School District —Des Moines, IA
- $17.78 - $22.61 an hour
- Full-time
- Education
- Criminal background check
- Fingerprint clearance
14d
Paraprofessional - Northeast Elementary
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
9d
Paraprofessional - Crocker Elementary
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
9d
Paraprofessional -Northview Middle School
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Health insurance
9d
Paraprofessional - Northwest Elementary
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Health insurance
9d
Paraprofessional - Westwood Elementary
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Health insurance
9d
Paraprofessional - East Elementary
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Health insurance
9d
Pre-K Paraprofessional - Terrace Learning Center
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Health insurance
8d
Paraprofessional - Prairie Trail Elementary
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Health insurance
9d
Paraprofessional - Centennial High School
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
9d
Paraprofessional - Prairie Ridge Middle School
Ankeny Community School District —Ankeny, IA
- $17.75 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Health insurance
9d
Support Professional for Autism ~ Des Moines, IA
BK Behavior —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Children
- Home Health
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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Elementary Paraprofessional (K–5): Kindergarten Associate

Horizon Science Academy Des Moines
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $30,000 a year
19 hours ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Position Title

Elementary Paraprofessional (K–5): Kindergarten Associate

Position Purpose

Horizon Science Academy Des Moines is a public charter school in Des Moines, Iowa.

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties to enable them to make a contribution to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.

Essential Job Functions:

Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
Constructs, copies and distributes educational materials as needed.
Assists teachers with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.
Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Ability to work with students with academic, behavior and social skills difficulties
Have a genuine care and concern for all students and a willingness to help them succeed.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required
Para Certificate or Post-Secondary Education preferred
Experience in a K-12 education system is preferred
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable

If you are enthusiastic about inspiring young minds and contributing to a dynamic educational environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Enrollment in IPERS (Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid sick and personal leave
Professional development opportunities
Supportive and mission-driven team environment

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Horizon Science Academy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

Pay: From $30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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