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Preschool Associate

Burlington Community School District

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Compensation
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Location
Burlington, IA
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CDA CredentialParaeducator CertificateGeneralist And EC CertificatesIQPPSAssociate's degree

Job overview

Burlington Community School District is hiring a Preschool Associate. The Preschool Associate works 7.5 hours per day for 144 days a year at Black Hawk Elementary School, supporting students with activities, personal hygiene, supervision in various settings, and academic assistance. The role requires basic math, science, reading and writing knowledge, computer and typing abilities, mobility to lift, and the ability to follow directions and work in small groups or one‑on‑one.

Key focus areas include Accompany students to activities and keep them on task, Assist students with personal hygiene needs, and Supervise students in cafeteria, classrooms, playground, and during patrol duties.

Important skills include Computer Skills, Typing Skills, Basic Math, Basic Science, Reading And Writing Skills, and Follow Written Directions. Preferred (not required): Classroom Management and MANDT Training.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Computer SkillsTyping SkillsBasic MathBasic ScienceReading and Writing SkillsFollow Written DirectionsFollow Oral DirectionsWork With Small GroupsOne‑on‑One InstructionStudent SupervisionMobility and Lifting AbilityClassroom ManagementMANDT Training

Qualifications

CDA CredentialParaeducator CertificateAssociate DegreeBachelor DegreeTwo Years of CollegeGeneralist and EC CertificatesIQPPS

Full job description

Preschool Associate JobID: 4731

  • Position Type:

Teacher Associate/ Building Associate

  • Date Posted:

8/11/2026

  • Location:

Black Hawk Elementary School

(High-Needs School)

Burlington Community School District strives to employ people who support our mission, vision, and beliefs:

Mission:Inspiring and challenging students through diverse opportunities

Vision:Burlington Community School District strives to have a profoundly positive impact on each student's adult quality of life brought about by students' individual and collective educational experiences.

Beliefs:Burlington Community School District works tirelessly to serve our students, staff, and community within the social context present in our community, as well as the specific support of individual students' educational needs. BCSD is seeking innovative educators willing to challenge the status quo of preconceived notions and limitations, while staying true to our mission and vision by leading our students to advance the greater good for humanity.

Description:

Preschool Associate

Class B, 7.5 hrs./day 144 days/year

Educational Requirements for Preschool Associates

Program StandardsCDA-CredentialParaeducator CertficateAssociate/ Bachelor DegreeTwo Years of College

IQPPSMeets requirements; or has the equivalent; or is enrolled and working toward a CDA- or the equivalentMeets Requirements. (Must include generalist and EC Certificates)Meets requirementsMeets requirements

Responsibilities include accompanying students to his/her activities. Must be able to keep students on task and organized. Assist student's with personal hygiene needs. Must be able to supervise students in cafeteria, classrooms, playground, and patrol duties. Computer and typing skills needed. Must have basic understanding of math, science, and reading and writing skills, with ability to check students work. Capability to work with students in small groups (or individually, one-on-one). Ability to follow both written and oral directions. MANDT Training and Behavior Management preferred. Mobility and ability to lift required. Other duties as assigned.

May require additional hours to help with student's bussing needs.

Burlington Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Burlington Community School District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Burlington Community School District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

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