Paraprofessional II (Full-Time @ 7 Hours/Day) - Vacancy ID: 225918

The School District of Whitefish Bay is looking for a full-time Paraprofessional II (Cross Categorical/Special Education Paraprofessional) at Cumberland Elementary School working 7.00 hours per day with students in K4-5th grade. Ideal candidates are committed to supporting students with a range of needs. There is great joy and satisfaction in this position, helping students access learning in multiple settings throughout the building and outside at recess. Strong candidates are flexible, student centered, and interested in developing new skills and knowledge.

Working under the direction of a Special Education Teacher and reporting to the Principal/Associate Principal, this person implements strategies and supports, maintains procedures and routines, and assists students in all areas of the school day.

This is a benefit eligible position. The work schedule for this position corresponds to the student calendar. This Paraprofessional position works 7.00 hours per day, plus a 30-minute, unpaid lunch period, starting and ending approximately with the student day. The approximate work hours for this position are 7:35 AM to 3:05 PM.

The School District of Whitefish Bay believes that Wisconsin’s Guiding Principles for Teaching and Learning ensures each student is provided with an “exceptional place to learn.”
1. Every student has the right to learn.
2. Instruction must be rigorous and relevant.
3. Purposeful assessment drives instruction and affects learning.
4. Learning is a collaborative responsibility.
5. Students bring strengths and experiences to learning.
6. Responsive environments engage learners.

Potential team members should have an unwavering commitment to growing diverse learners and be able to build classroom environments where all students assume the responsibility and ownership in their learning through setting goals, reflection, and self-assessment. Professional learning is a priority in our District, so team members must have a desire to be a creative and active professional who grows and implements a variety of instructional practices and innovative programming. We are a strong community of learners and are excited to bring a new member onto our team.

Prior experience in the field is beneficial, but not required. The successful candidate will have DPI certification as a Special Education Program Aide or have required qualifications to attain certification. The District will cover the initial application costs associated with obtaining the Special Education Program Aide certification.   

Questions about the position should be directed to Jayne Heffron, Principal at Cumberland Elementary School, via email: jayne.heffron@wfbschools.com.