Special Education Aide - Vacancy ID: 149637

The Pecatonica Area School District, located in the corners of Dane, Iowa, Lafayette, and Green Counties is seeking an innovative and dynamic special education aide at the middle and high school level. Eligibility for full health benefits, dental, and Wisconsin Retirement System eligible. The position will be for approximately 7.5 hours daily with hours generally from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. This is a nine-month position. Preference will go to candidates who hold DPI certification as a teacher or special education aide and/or who have received training or have experience working with children requiring intensive behavioral support. Duties include, but are not limited to: Implement behavior plans, individualized education plan (IEP) support and accommodations as directed by the special education teacher. Aid teachers in classroom instruction by providing support to students in special education and their peers. Understand the basic principles of positive behavior intervention as a progressive, constructive and instructive behavior management approach. Supervision of specific children or groups of students during non-instructional times.