Shelter Care Teacher & Associate

Shelter Care Teacher 

Job Description 

• Provides for an appropriate educational program for each child living in a licensed shelter or detention facility 
• Coordinates with schools, AEAs and Shelter Care staff as necessary to develop an appropriate education program for each student 
• Provides a safe, secure and supportive learning environment conducive to learning for all students 
• Serves as an advocate for all children and youth 

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an education program and ability to be licensed as a teacher in the state of Iowa 
• Successful teaching experience in special and general education 
• Special education endorsement: Instructional Strategist I or II 
• Be appropriately licensed/certified by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners 

Salary 

• Full-time with a bachelor’s degree, working 192 days a year: starting salary of $51,868
• Top of pay range: $99,449 at the doctorate level

Shelter Care Teacher Associate 

Job Description 

• Provides support services to teachers and students in AEA shelter/detention classrooms, under the direction of a licensed teacher 
• Works with students individually and in small groups to support their educational progress 
• Assists with the preparation and maintenance of instructional materials and activities 
• Serves as an advocate for all children and youth 

Education & Experience 

• Two years of post-secondary education or paraeducator certification required 
• Post-secondary degree in education and/or social services preferred 
• Successful experience working with at-risk students preferred 

Salary 

• Full-time working 199 days a year: $20-25 an hour