Building Paraprofessional & Family Engagement Specialist- Lincoln Early Learning Academy - Vacancy ID: 275017
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Building Paraprofessional & Family Engagement Specialist- Lincoln Early Learning Academy
Lincoln Early Learning Academy
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N/A
Open until filled
Contact
Jen Winter
Human Resources Specialist
715-261-0522
Position Details
9/1/2026
$16.36 per hour
7.0 hrs/day - School Year
Full Time
The Wausau School District is seeking a 4k Building Paraprofessional & Family Engagement Specialist at Lincoln Early Learning Academy. This position plays an important role in support of our mission to "Advance student learning, achievement, and success," and our Shared Key Interests to "Provide safe, secure, flexible, inviting, and well maintained environments that nurture student well-being and enhance teaching and learning."
Job Objective for 4K Building Paraprofessional & Family Engagement Specialist Position: The Lincoln Early Learning Academy 4K/EC Building Paraprofessional & Family Engagement Specialist plays a vital role in building a warm, connected early learning community where every child and family feels safe, seen, and valued. This dual-purpose role balances dynamic, flexible support across all 4K classrooms with the creation of joyful, intentional family engagement experiences. By bringing a calm presence, creative energy, and a deep passion for early childhood, you will help foster an environment where young learners thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
Job Objective for 4K Building Paraprofessional & Family Engagement Specialist Position: The Lincoln Early Learning Academy 4K/EC Building Paraprofessional & Family Engagement Specialist plays a vital role in building a warm, connected early learning community where every child and family feels safe, seen, and valued. This dual-purpose role balances dynamic, flexible support across all 4K classrooms with the creation of joyful, intentional family engagement experiences. By bringing a calm presence, creative energy, and a deep passion for early childhood, you will help foster an environment where young learners thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Serve as a first point of contact for families during morning arrival, dismissal and throughout the day.
- Assist the classroom teacher in implementing daily lessons, activities, and routines aligned with early childhood learning standards.
- Support students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning objectives and encourage active participation.
- Utilize proactive behavior strategies to create a School Family environment that fosters safety, connection, belonging, and mutual respect.
- Model self-regulation, emotional awareness, empathy, and positive conflict-resolution skills for students.
- Support children in identifying, expressing, and managing emotions through developmentally appropriate strategies and language.
- Assist in teaching and reinforcing classroom expectations, routines, and problem-solving skills using positive proactive behavior techniques.
- Encourage positive behaviors through connection, encouragement, and skill-building.
- Help students develop social-emotional competencies, including self-regulation, cooperation, responsibility, and resilience.
- Supervise children during classroom activities, snacks, recess, transitions, field trips, and other school functions.
- Assist with classroom organization, preparation of instructional materials, and maintenance of a clean, welcoming, and emotionally safe learning environment.
- Observe and document student progress, behaviors, and developmental milestones as directed by the teacher.
- Support students with personal care needs, including toileting, handwashing, dressing, and other self-help skills when necessary.
- Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement individualized strategies that support student success.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school operations.
- Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and training opportunities related to early childhood education and Pyramid Model practices.
EDUCATION
Required: High School graduate. Some clerical and computer training.
Additional Preferrences: Previous experience working with young children in an educational, childcare, or community setting. Experience organizing events, workshops, or community outreach programs.
Candidate Requirements
- Custom Questions
- Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications