Special Education Paraprofessional - Schurz - Vacancy ID: 250243

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

LOCATION:               Schurz Elementary School

START DATE:          As soon as possible

HOURS:                 5.75 hours/day, Schedules vary and have flexibility

SALARY RATE:         $19.36 per hour - Grade F – Step 1

JOB DESCRIPTION: Special education paraprofessionals focus on supporting student success.  Duties vary depending on the disabilities and needs of the students.  All assignments assist in supporting students in a variety of ways: helping students remain on-task, assisting in completing school assignments and learning tasks, supporting social activities, fostering positive student interactions and behaviors, hygiene/grooming, and other student supervisory duties. 

The qualifications for special education paraprofessional positions include:

·         A high school diploma or equivalent and a strong desire to impact student learning!

·         Excellent attendance history in previous employment.

·         A commitment to positively engaging with students every day!

·         Experience and/or desire to work with students with disabilities and/or behavioral challenges;

·         Ability to interact and work with students, staff, and community members in a positive manner;

·         Basic computer skills and/or ability to learn.

·         A positive attitude to contribute to a strong team-oriented environment;

·         Strong in-person communication skills to promote student success

·         Upon hire, employee will be required to participate in the Paraprofessional Training Program.

Experience working with individuals having autism, mental health and/or developmental disabilities is a plus. 

CERTIFICATION:    Applicants must possess or apply for Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Special Education Program Aide license (883) upon hiring.  Human Resources will assist with this process.

APPLY BY:             Applications will be received until the needs of the district have been met.         

The Watertown Unified School District does not discriminate in its education program, activities, or employment on the basis of

race, color, religion or creed, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or disability status.