**Special Education Associate-Richardson Elementary

　　Hours:** 7 per day Pay Rate: $12.80

　　QUALIFICATIONS: The qualified applicant must have a minimum of a high school diploma or grade level equivalent diploma (GED) and meet a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness and mathematics readiness).

　　The qualified applicant must also have one of the following prior to start date:

　　Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; orObtained an associates (or higher) degree; orObtained voluntary certification through the Board of Educational Examiners; orObtained an NCRC (National Career Readiness Certificate, Bronze Level)REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

　　Establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with studentsEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of workMaintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and othersAttend work regularly and promptlyOther duties as assignedBenefits:This position includes a competitive and comprehensive benefits package thatincludes IPERS, paid personal/sick leave and medical/dental/vision insurance

　　Physical Requirements: Bending, carrying, climbing, driving, lifting, pushing/pulling,reaching, sitting, standing, walking.

　　*The Fort Madison Community School District is an EEO/AA employer*