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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for board game in Iowa is $17.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.82 and $18.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a board game job?

A Board Game job typically involves designing, developing, testing, marketing, or selling board games. Professionals in this field may work as game designers, developers, illustrators, or publishers. Their responsibilities can include creating game mechanics, playtesting, refining rules, and ensuring an engaging player experience. Some roles focus on producing and distributing games, while others emphasize community engagement and event organization. Careers in this industry require creativity, problem-solving skills, and a passion for games.

What is the difference between Board Game vs Game Designer?

AspectBoard GameGame Designer
Required CredentialsKnowledge of game rules, mechanics, and design principlesBackground in game design, creativity, and often formal education in game development
Work EnvironmentBoard game publishers, design studios, or independent projectsGame studios, freelance, or self-employed
Industry UsageUsed to describe physical tabletop gamesRefers to the role of creating and developing games, including digital and physical formats

While a Board Game refers to the physical product played by users, a Game Designer is the professional responsible for creating and developing those games. The designer's role involves conceptualizing mechanics, themes, and rules, whereas a Board Game is the end result of their work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a board game designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Board Game Designer, you need creativity, strong understanding of game mechanics, and familiarity with playtesting, often supported by a background in design or a related field. Proficiency with prototyping tools, graphic design software, and knowledge of tabletop simulator platforms is highly valuable. Excellent communication, iterative problem-solving, and the ability to accept feedback make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure engaging, balanced, and marketable games that appeal to diverse audiences and succeed in a competitive industry.

What is a board game?

Board games are tabletop games that typically use pieces or tokens moved or placed on a pre-marked surface or board, according to a set of rules. They are designed for two or more players and can involve elements of strategy, chance, or both. Board games can range from classic titles like chess and Monopoly to modern games like Settlers of Catan and Ticket to Ride. They are popular for entertainment, social interaction, and sometimes educational purposes.

What are some common challenges faced by board game designers during the development process?

Board game designers often encounter challenges such as balancing game mechanics to ensure fair and enjoyable play, creating engaging themes that resonate with a target audience, and playtesting extensively to identify and fix potential issues. Collaboration with illustrators, playtesters, and publishers is crucial, as feedback can lead to significant design changes. Additionally, understanding trends in the board game industry and adapting to shifting player preferences can be essential for a game's success.
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Infographic showing various Board Game job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,255 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Paraprofessional (Instructional Assistant) Middle School - Anticipated

Charles City Community School District

Charles City, IA • On-site

$18.93/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff/Instructional Assistant
Date Posted:
6/24/2026
Location:
Charles City Middle School
DEPARTMENT: Academic Services
REPORTS TO: Principals
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Academic Teachers
BASIC FUNCTION (BF1): Assist academic teachers in the instruction, supervision and care of students in a variety of instructional settings, including special education, general education and work/community.
SKILLS AND JOB FUNCTIONS (For all Charles City Community Schools Positions SJF1-13)
Demonstrated Experience or Willing to Acquire Skills:
  1. Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of Comet Pride
    1. Integrity
    2. Courage
    3. Resilience
    4. Excellence
    5. Responsibility
  2. Exhibits effective communications skills
  3. Effective outcomes in providing students behavioral and socio-emotional support
  4. Exhibits patience, tolerance, persistence, and flexibility for effective outcomes for students
  5. Exhibits organization, growth mindset, grit, and enthusiasm for effective outcomes for students
  6. Prompt and regular attendance
  7. Animated hospitality approach to students, parents, colleagues, and stakeholders
  8. Demonstrate confidentiality as needed and required
  9. Comply with Charles City Community Schools Board Policy/Regulations and Handbook Policy

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS (HS1-19):
Demonstrated Experience or Willingness to Acquire Skills
  1. Maintain confidentiality
  2. Assist in the classroom teacher with educational activities
  3. Take direction and guidance from teachers, principals and drivers (if applicable)
  4. Follow behavior management plans for individual students
  5. Maintain students' daily behavior/academic documentation
  6. Prepare and organize instructional materials and equipment
  7. Prepare and supervise students in bus loading/unloading
  8. Assist in maintaining a safe and orderly instructional environment
  9. Supervise lunchroom, playground, halls, classroom and other assigned areas
  10. Clarify and reinforce teacher directions
  11. Assist and supervise instruction in the community setting as required
  12. Assist students with assignments.
  13. Listen to students read/read to students.
  14. Prepare bulletin boards, games, and flash cards.
  15. Organize daily student work folders.
  16. Prepare attendance cards and reports.
  17. Under teacher direction, implement specific strategies to maintain/increase appropriate behavior and deescalate inappropriate behavior.
  18. Represent Charles City Community Schools effectively in the community, state and nation
  19. Other duties as assigned

ABILITIES (A1):
This position will require physical demands that include constant standing, walking, and working indoors. There will be frequent bending, stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling, extreme temperatures/humidity, and lifting of 50 pounds. There will be occasional sitting, climbing/stairs, driving, carrying of 25 feet, manual dexterity tasks, and working outdoors
KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION (KE1-5 and KED1-2):
Required:
  1. High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  2. Ability to relate to all students.
  3. Ability to carry out duties cooperatively with others.
  4. Oral and written communication skills.

Preferred:
One of the following: (1) 48 credit hours post-secondary education, or (2) associate's degree or higher, (3) paraeducator certification from Board of Educational Examiners, or (4) National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
Desired:
  1. Successful work or volunteer experience with disabled population
  2. Supervisory experience with school age children

POSITION INVENTORY: Classified
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
FT/PT: FT
BENEFITS: IPERS, Medical, Dental Vision, Life, LTD
SALARY: $18.93
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job skills and functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Come Join the Charles City Community School District!
Help us reach our mission of "To challenge all students to achieve their full potential through engaging, responsive, educational experiences that inspire innovation, critical thinking, and collaboration".
The Charles City Community Schools is looking for a passionate and committed leader who wants us to help reach our mission of "To challenge all students to achieve their full potential through engaging, responsive, educational experiences that inspire innovation, critical thinking, and collaboration, and the vision of To develop learners who are competent, compassionate, problem solvers". In our belief in doing what is best for all kids and being invitational, we encourage you to apply and discover what makes us an incredible place to work and live. Charles City is located in beautiful northeast Iowa with endless opportunities to live and thrive in a rural setting with an urban personality. Our diverse community is innovative in work and play. We are home to global companies that make us one of the business and commerce centers of northeast Iowa and the Midwest. Charles City is also home to world-class recreation with incredible parks, trails, athletics, fine arts, museums, and Iowa's first whitewater river course.
Charles City Community Schools is proud to offer some of the most generous and competitive pay and benefits of any district in Iowa. Click the link below to learn more about the pay, insurance, and benefits we offer to all of our certified staff.
Learn about our benefits
We encourage you to find out why we are a premier destination to live, work, and play. Check out the links below to learn more about our community on social media:
www.charlescityschools.org
https://www.charlescitychamber.com/
https://www.facebook.com/CharlesCityCSD/
https://twitter.com/cc_comets
https://www.youtube.com/charlescitycsd
To set up a tour of our campuses and community, please contact us at:
CCCSD@charlescityschools.org
We look forward to meeting you!
CONTINUOUS NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
It is the policy of the Charles City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Moriah Mitchell 1204 1st Ave, Charles City, IA 50616, Phone: 641-257-6500, email:mmitche@charlescityschools.org or 504 Compliance Coordinator, Susan Johnson 1 Comet Dr., Charles City, IA 50616, phone:641-257-6510, email: sjohnso@charles-city.k12.ia.us.
Attachment(s):
  • Paraeducator (Instructional Assistant) K-12.docx

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