Special Education Paraprofessional Part-Time - Vacancy ID: 225123

John Long Middle School is seeking a Part-Time Special Education Aide for the 2024-25 school year. This position reports on a student-day calendar with time off from early-June through August. We are looking for a positive, energetic, compassionate, and dedicated individual to join our Special Education team.

The position will have a range of responsibilities working with students with special needs. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting students with academic and behavioral support, assisting personal hygiene care, helping with recess and lunch, eating, feeding, dressing, toileting and other basic care skills and tasks as necessary, assisting teachers in reinforcing skills as demonstrated by physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech/language therapist, escorting to and from buses, assisting with any special medical needs, and providing documentation of completion. Specialized and ongoing training is provided by the district.

Qualifications:

●     Passion for making a difference in childrens’ lives.

●     Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

●     Strong desire to help staff, students, and families.

●     Adaptability, multitasking, and problem-solving.

●     Willingness to learn and grow within the role.

The John Long Middle School Special Education Team is composed of four experienced Special Education Teachers and seven highly skilled paraprofessionals. JLMS is a middle school serving approximately 450 students and is part of the highly regarded Grafton School District. The Grafton School District ranks #14 out of 383 K4-12 districts in the state and was named a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel for 2023 and 2024. 

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The Grafton School District is less than 30 minutes North of Milwaukee in Ozaukee County. It consists of four schools serving over 2,100 students. The District works collaboratively with students, parents, community members, and others to continuously advance the level of staff performance and student achievement.

The Grafton School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability or handicap or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law.

Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation(s) in the application and/or interview process, please inform us at 262-376-5400.