Special Education Paraprofessional - Thomas Jefferson - Vacancy ID: 127318
Vacancy Details
Special Education Paraprofessional - Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
1
N/A
12/2/2021
Contact
Tammy Bents, MHA, SPHR
Employee Relations Specialist
715-261-0520
Position Details
As soon as possible
$15.43 per hour
7 hours/day - School Year
Full Time
The Wausau School District is seeking Special Education Paraprofessional based at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School who will assist in providing education to meet the IEP goals of a student with special needs. The Paraprofessional will be working one-on-one with the student to enhance the daily learning environment.
This is a full-time position and qualifies for health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, short term and long term disability, paid sick leave, personal leave, and retirement through the Wisconsin Retirement System.
This position plays an important role in support of our mission to "Advance student learning, achievement, and success," and our Shared Key Interests to "Provide safe, secure, flexible, inviting, and well maintained environments that nurture student well-being and enhance teaching and learning."
Education/Certification:
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- DPI Special Education Aide Certification (or a valid Wisconsin teaching license) is required. Application for certification must be made on-line upon hire through the Department of Public Instruction website. We will work with the candidate to get certified.
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training and knowledge of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) desired.
Performance Requirements:
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with administrators, teachers, support staff, students, parents, and the public in a professional and confidential manner
- Requires individual who can effectively work with curriculum, as a team member, and be flexible to the needs of students and staff
- Must be self-directed and possess strong communication, computer, and technology skills; and have the ability to support student learning in a variety of educational settings
- Requires experience with students with special needs, and strong skills in developmentally appropriate student management
- Requires ability to supervise students in various settings inside and outside
- Some positions may involve providing assistance with toileting, feeding, and transferring students with physical limitations
- A team player who is passionate about helping kids
Candidate Requirements
None