Special Education Assistant - Vacancy ID: 272681

Evansville Community School District (ECSD) is a PreK–12 district located in historic Evansville, Wisconsin. The ECSD serves approximately 1,600 learners across an elementary, intermediate, middle, and high school. The district is committed to professional learning, competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and fostering a family-friendly work environment. 

Position Summary: 

Special Education Assistants play a critical role in supporting students with disabilities across academic, behavioral, and social-emotional domains. Working under the direction of certified teachers and specialists, the assistant helps implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), facilitates student engagement in inclusive settings, and ensures a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment for all students.

This is a student-centered role that requires flexibility, patience, and a collaborative spirit. Duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive—other responsibilities may be assigned as needed. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment that allows students to reach their full potential. 
• Implement IEP goals and strategies as directed by Special Education teachers, therapists (Speech & Language, OT, PT), and consultants. 
• Support students with academic, social, behavioral, and emotional needs. 
• Assist with personal care tasks, including bathrooming, feeding, lifting, and transfers, as necessary. 
• Facilitate student inclusion in general education classrooms.
• Supervise students in structured and unstructured settings such as lunch, recess, study hall, field trips, and transitions between activities. 
• Accurately maintain records and documentation as required. 
• Uphold student confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics and district policies. 
• Follow student schedules and behavior intervention plans consistently. 
• Provide clerical and instructional assistance to Special Education staff as assigned. 
• Participate in professional development and training relevant to the role. 
• Provide specially-designed transportation services, when required.