Open Positions
The following positions are currently available at Heartland AEA. Click the position you are interested in and then click the “Apply” button to apply for the position. Shelter Care Educational Program Teacher – Ellipsis…
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Early Childhood
Services to Promote Growth and Development Heartland AEA’s early childhood services focus primarily on early intervention — a system of coordinated services that promotes a child’s age-appropriate growth and development and supports families during the critical early years. Beginning a partnership between families and professionals at this early stage helps…
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The Heartland AEA total rewards framework is designed to support and reinforce our goals, strategies, values, operational and financial needs and the vision and mission of the Agency. It includes all of the tools available to Heartland AEA that may be used to attract, recruit, motivate and retain employees, as well as…
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Library Materials The Heartland AEA library contains many resource materials on English Learner/diversity issues that educators may check out at no cost. The library is located in the Johnston Regional Education Center at 6500 Corporate Drive in Johnston. Educators may stop by and check out items, or they can reserve materials…
Read MoreSubstitute Authorization Renewal
How do I Renew My Substitute Authorization? Substitute Authorization Renewal The Substitute Authorization is valid for five years and expires five years from the date of issuance by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners. Application fees are paid to the BOEE during…
Read MoreSpecial Education Services & Supports
Heartland AEA’s special education services help ensure that there are opportunities for all students to benefit from a quality education, regardless of disability or learner needs. AEA staff members provide technical assistance and leadership to meet the diverse needs of children and students in our service area. Many of the…
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AEA Purchasing, a statewide initiative of Iowa’s AEAs, facilitates a voluntary purchasing program to help Iowa schools and other eligible entities save time and money. Its goal is to combine the purchasing power of Iowa schools to offer aggressive pricing on materials, goods and services through a competitive…
Read MoreMission, Vision & Values
Heartland AEA has a distinct mission and core values. Staff members strive every day to fulfill the Agency’s mission and make a difference in people’s lives. Heartland AEA also has four student achievement goals that drive its continuous improvement efforts. Our Mission To improve the…
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Job Description Develops, implements and coordinates occupational therapy services and resources for children birth to age 21 who have been identified with or are suspected of having disabilities that can interfere with daily living tasks, such as dressing, eating/feeding, playing, cutting, handling writing utensils and other fine motor…
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Heartland Area Education Agency (AEA) works in partnership with public and accredited non-public schools to provide educational services, programs and resources for improving the learning outcomes and well-being of all children and youth in central Iowa. Heartland AEA staff members serve children from birth to age 21, families,…
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