Job Information
Benton Community School District Para Educator - MS/HS in Van Horne, Iowa
Para Educator - MS/HS JobID: 1388
Position Type:
Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant
Date Posted:
2/21/2024
Location:
Benton Community Middle - High School
Date Available:
Immediately
Closing Date:
Until filled
THE BENTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS SEEKING AN ASSOCIATE / PARA - FOR OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL. THIS POSITION WILL ASSIST STUDENTS (AND TEACHERS) IN OUR SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM. ASSISTANCE IS NEEDED FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE SPECIAL NEEDS. All interested candidates must apply using our Frontline application system. Openings are posted on our website at www.benton.k12.ia.us and on Iowa Works.Associate may be expected to assist students in all areas - self-help, academic support, language, social development, motor or physical assistance, peer interactions, etc...Daily schedule will be designed and assigned by the building principal. Daily direct report is to the special education teacher, and building principal. Approximate weekly hours - 30-35Questions about this position?Contact Mr. Ryan JungeMiddle School Principal319-228-8701, Ext. 1351rjunge@benton.k12.ia.usWage: $14.15/hour for 1st 90 days - probationary$14.40 regular hourly wage Work week: same as student school daysApprox. 178 - 180 days / school year (IF A FULL SCHOOL YEAR, OTHERWISE PRO-RATED)If school is dismissed early or canceled for weather or other issues, support staff clock out and are not paid. Questions about Human Resources items? Contact Melody Spence - 319-228-8701, Ext. 1505mspence@benton.k12.ia.usJOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE: ASSOCIATE /Paraprofessional REPORTS TO: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHING STAFF, BUILDING PRINCIPAL, SUPERINTENDENT JOB GOAL: Assist students who have special needs, assist with implementing the IEP strategies, implementing behavior programs, collecting data, consulting with special education teacher, following directions from special needs teacher and building principal. Position many involve assisting student with hygiene, toileting, mobility, safety, behavior, supporting classroom learning. FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt Part Time Hourly QUALIFICATIONS:
Each substitute Associate must have on file in the Central Administration Office:
Trainings - please work with Melody Spence in Central Office for all required training, physical examination requirements, signature on specific board poliicies, etc..
Completed application through Iowa Works (using our Frontline/Applitrack) system
Physical examination form. Required for all employees for placement on active substitute list; to be updated everythree years at a Cost to be borne by the employee.
Clean returned background check and fingerprinting.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Interest in working with students. Interested in library/media and supporting students and staff.
Ability to take specific directions from staff.
Willingness to learn new techniques working with students and be open minded.
Caring and patient disposition.
Needs to have a sense of humor and not be judgmental.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1. Administer, score, and record achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students.2. Supervise students on the playground, in the lunchroom, and at the bus line.3. Perform clerical duties including typing and filing.4. Supervise before and after school programs.5. Participate in in-service training, as assigned.6. Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher.7. Alert the teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student.8. Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.9. Operate and care for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes.10. Know emergency procedures for the building and classrooms in the assigned building.11. Perform other job related duties as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORKING CONDITIONS: VARY, Can be hot, cold, and varied working conditions. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Days of service as specified in contract language. Salary established by the Board.
A signed copy of this job description should be placed in the employee’s personnel file.
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated per contract language and/or in accordance with provisions of the board’s policy or as needed. Approved by: __ Date: _ (Supervisor) Reviewed and agreed to by __ Date: _ (Employee) (This job description contains only measurable performance responsibilities).
The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job unless restricted by a negotiated contract.
Questions regarding hiring, handbooks or any other Human Resources topic, please contact Business Manager Melody Spence in Central Office at 319-228-8701 Ext. 1505 ormspence@benton.k12.ia.us
Administration Office Address
304 First Street·P.O. Box 70·Van Horne, IA 52346·(319) 228-8701·Fax (319) 228-8254
Benton Community CSD
Benton Community Schools is a PK-12 public school located in east central Iowa. The District has four student attendance centers: Atkins Elementary Center (PK-3), Keystone Elementary Center (PK-3), Norway Intermediate Center (4-6), and the MS/HS (7-12).
Benton Community SD Mission Statement: "Quality Education for a Lifetime of Learning"
Benton Community is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, should be directed to the Affirmative Action Coordinator by writing to the District AffirmativeAction Coordinator, Benton Community School District, P.O. Box 70, Van Horne, Iowa, 52346, or by telephoning 319-228-8701. Inquiries related to sex discrimination, including claims of sexual harassmentpursuant to Title IX, should be directed to Phillip Eastman, Title IX Coordinator, 100 School Drive, Norway, Iowa, 52346, (319) 227-7142, peastman@benton.k12.ia.us.Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions, 500 W. Madison St., Suite 2000, Chicago, IL. 60661, (800) 669-4000 or TTY (800) 669-6820.http://www.eeoc.gov/field/chicago/ or the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, 400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309-1004, (515) 281-4121 or 1-800-457-4416, http://www.iowa.gov/government/crc/. This inquiry or complaint to the federal office may be done instead of, or in addition to, an inquiry or complaint at the local level.Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a complaint are available in the school district’s central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.
The Benton Community School District has an established policy of Equal Employment Opportunity with respect to race, color, creed, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. The district has an established policy of taking affirmative action in recruitment, appointment, assignment and advancement of women, minorities and disabled. The district expects the administration to know of and fully accept the equal opportunity and affirmative action policies and to make certain that no employee or applicant for employment shall suffer any form of discrimination because of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
The following guidelines will be in effect for the 2023-2024 school year concerning substitute ASSOCIATE / PARAPreferred but not required: Associate certificate from the AEA.Associates/Paras might also be available to teach in the classroom if the appropriate licensure exists. Iowa Board of Educational Examiners - information on requirements to substitute teach: https://boee.iowa.gov/licauthorization/substitute-license