24-25 - Elvehjem - Special Education Assistant (SEA) - 0.8 FTE (32 hpw)

Wifca; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Special Education Assistant to support students with diverse needs in a dynamic school environment. This role involves providing instructional support, implementing behavioral strategies, and assisting with personal care tasks. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, patient, and able to work independently while maintaining effective communication with students and staff. Join a vibrant community committed to fostering an inclusive and thriving educational atmosphere where every student can succeed. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide individual and small group instructional support.
• Must be patient, mature, and compassionate when working with students.
• Experience working with diverse populations and disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support and reinforcement in various settings.
• Assist with data collection and monitoring student behavior.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and field trips.

Skills

Instructional support

Behavioral intervention strategies

Data collection

Effective communication

Working with diverse students

Physical assistance

Basic computer skills

Cultural competence

Confidentiality

Education

Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits

Department of Public Instruction Certification

Tools

Email

Internet

Word processing

Job description

24-25 - Elvehjem - Special Education Assistant (SEA) - 0.8 FTE (32 hpw)

$24.11 - 24.11 Hourly Wage

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for openings for the 2024-2025 school year. The Madison Metropolitan School District actively seeks and encourages women and candidates of color to apply.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin, serving a diverse population of more than 27,000 students. More than half are students of color, and almost half come from low-income households.

Job Responsibilities

1. Provide instructional support and reinforcement to students in academic, behavioral, and functional areas across school, community, and vocational settings.
2. Implement curriculum and behavioral intervention strategies across environments, under the direction and guidance of a teacher and/or related services staff.
3. Transfer, apply adaptive devices, tube feedings, diapering, and provide bathroom assistance and mobility training.
4. Consistently use proper hygiene practices as prescribed by MMSD health policies.
5. Assist with coordination and communication activities with other staff to provide feedback regarding student performance.
6. Assist with data collection activities (reviewing and documenting student progress academic and behavior, etc.).
7. Assist with monitoring and implementing positive behavior strategies in dealing with student behavior, physical restraint/management, and implementing safe space procedures and behavior intervention plans.
8. Provide supervision during lunch, recess, playground, hallways, and field trips.
9. Participate in on-the-job training and district-level training.
10. Assist with loading and unloading school buses.
11. Assist with preparation of instructional materials under a teacher’s direction.
12. Maintain records.
13. Work with at least one scholar with an individual education plan throughout their work time, and maintain a daily schedule of support under direction from the case manager.
14. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Ability to provide individual and small group instructional reinforcement.
2. Ability to work independently with students in various settings under the direction of a teacher.
3. Ability to keep accurate student data.
4. Ability to work with physically aggressive students.
5. Ability to work with students who are nonverbal or do not have intelligible speech.
6. Ability to follow teacher direction, written plans, individual education programs, and behavior intervention plans.
7. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse students, staff, and community, orally and in writing.
8. Ability to maintain student confidentiality.
9. Ability to walk, lift (up to 50 lbs.), climb, bend, reach, and kneel.
10. Ability to learn and use basic computer skills (e-mail, internet, word processing).
11. Must be mature, patient, and compassionate when working with all students.
12. Experience working cross-culturally and/or commitment to improving one’s own cultural competence.
13. Department of Public Instruction Certification (License) to work with disabled children; may apply during/after offer, and cost is covered by the District.
14. Candidates must have an Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school or pass an assessment taken onsite in lieu of college credits.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Candidates have an Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school.
2. Fluency in Spanish and English.
3. Prior experience working in a public school setting.
4. Prior experience working with children who have disabilities.
5. Prior experience working with children who are non-ambulatory and/or nonverbal.
6. CPR certification.
7. First aid training.
8. Experience using email, internet, and word processing programs.