MIddle School Paraprofessional - Vacancy ID: 267168

The Berlin Area School District is searching for a passionate and talented paraprofessional at Berlin Middle School.  Most paraprofessionals work with students with one or more disabilities, including but not limited to intellectual, learning, speech/language, emotional/behavioral, physical, health-related, and autism. This position assists with activities focused on learning and support based on the individual needs of students with disabilities and may assist students in other learning environments (i.e., resource, lunchroom, etc.). Berlin Middle School is committed to utilizing engaging strategies in every lesson to get students to talk about their learning.  

Berlin Middle School is a community of 275 students that engages all learners with caring adults and offers a wide variety of opportunities for students to explore their interests and strengths.  We focus on the whole child in academics so students are highly supported in the core academic areas, while allowing them to explore various electives from art, music, foreign language, physical education and health, and Project Lead the Way (PLTW).  We focus on the social-emotional development of adolescents and skills that will make them ready for their futures beyond the Berlin Area School District.

Berlin Middle School is one of three schools that make up the Berlin Area School District. Clay Lamberton Elementary (4K-5) and Berlin High School (9-12) sit on the same campus as Berlin High School and serve as a hub of activity for the greater Berlin community. The Berlin Area School District is composed of 14 municipalities, with the City of Berlin at the center.  Berlin is a rural community with a population of 5,500 located approximately 20 minutes west of Oshkosh and 10 minutes north of Green Lake. The Fox River runs through the center of the historic Victorian downtown. Agriculture, health services, education, light industry and retail shops comprise Berlin’s economy.

The ideal candidate would be effective in the following areas:

• Carrying out, independently, instructional and behavioral plans for students developed by professional staff.

• Working cooperatively in a variety of settings as a team member with all staff members.

• Working with children with a wide variety of abilities, including intellectual, physical, and emotionally challenging behaviors.

• Demonstrating ethical conduct and maintaining the strictest confidence concerning personnel, students, and operational concerns of the organization.

• Assisting students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs (diapering), and personal hygiene.

• Assuming responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.

• Helping supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes the lunchroom, assisting students to and from transportation, and outside activities.

• Other duties as assigned (may include transportation).

Requirements: 

• Possess or be able to obtain a Wisconsin Special Education Aide License.

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. or 150 lbs. in a two-person lift.

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to demonstrate patience, flexibility, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude.

• Desire to assist student(s) with special needs in a learning environment.

Salary, benefits, and length of contract:  This position works 181 days (school year only).  Pay is based on experience but is not less than $15.73/hour.   We also offer a competitive benefits package. 

How to apply:  Apply by completing the WECAN application and attaching an updated cover letter and resume. You may also complete a paper application. Copies of transcripts and licenses may be required prior to employment.

The Berlin Area School District is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.