25-26 - Shorewood - Special Education Assistant (SEA) - 0.05 FTE (2 hpw)

Wifca; Shorewood (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Madison Metropolitan School District seeks a compassionate support staff member to assist special education teachers in providing individualized support to students with disabilities. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to cultural competence. This role involves instructional support, data collection, and collaboration with diverse students and staff, ensuring an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide individual and small group instructional reinforcement.
• Experience working cross-culturally and commitment to improving cultural competence.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support and reinforcement to students with disabilities.
• Assist special education teachers in implementing behavioral intervention strategies.
• Monitor and document student progress in academic and behavioral areas.

Skills

Communication

Cultural Competence

Instructional Support

Education

Associate's Degree

48 Academic Credits

Job description

Student Services

Starting Compensation: $24.11

Employment Type: Non-Exempt

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for openings for the 2025-2026 school year. Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

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.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework , and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. To achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population. We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

Purpose of the Position:

This position is a support staff who assists special education teachers with providing individualized support to students with disabilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide instructional support and reinforcement to students in academic, behavioral and functional areas across school, community and vocational settings

Implement curriculum and behavioral intervention strategies across environments, under the direction and guidance of a teacher and/or related services staff

Transfers, apply adaptive devices, tube feedings, diapering, and provide bathroom assistance and mobility training

Consistently use proper hygiene practices as prescribed by MMSD health policies

Assist with coordination and communication activities with other staff to provide feedback regarding student performance

Assist with data collection activities (reviewing and documenting student progress academic and behavior, etc.)

Assist with monitoring and implementing positive behavior strategies in dealing with student behavior, physical restraint/management, implement safe space procedure and behavior intervention plans

Provide supervision during lunch, recess, playground, hallways and field trips

Participate in on-the-job training and district level training

Assist with loading and unloading school buses

Assist with preparation of instructional materials under a teacher’s direction

Maintain records

Must be working 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

Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

Ability to provide individual and small group instructional reinforcement

Ability to work independently with students in school, community, vocational, and domestic situations under the direction of a teacher

Ability to keep accurate student data

Ability to work with physically aggressive students

Ability to work with students who are nonverbal or who do not have intelligible speech

Ability to follow teacher direction, written plans, individual education programs, and behavior intervention plans

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse students, staff and community, orally and in writing

Ability to maintain student confidentiality

Ability to walk, lift (up to 50 lbs.), climb, bend, reach, and kneel

Ability to learn and use basic computer skills (e-mail, internet, word processing)

Must be mature, patient and compassionate when working with all students

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience working cross-culturally and/or commitment to work toward improving one’s own cultural competence (i.e., valuing difference/diversity, recognizing personal limitations in one’s skills and expertise, and having the desire to learn in these areas)

Department of Public Instruction Certification (License) to work with disabled children; may apply during/after offer and cost is covered by the District

Candidates have an Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school or pass assessment taken onsite in lieu of college credits

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates have an Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school

Fluency in Spanish and English

Prior experience working in a public school setting

Prior experience working with children who have disabilities

Prior experience working with children who are non-ambulatory and/or nonverbal

CPR certification

First aid training

Experience using email, internet, and word processing programs

Next Steps:

Upon submitting, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. Based on your application materials, a hiring manager may reach out to you to schedule an interview.

Candidates who have indicated fluency in Spanish and/or Hmong are invited to apply for our bilingual positions as well. If interested in a bilingual position, candidates would be asked to complete reading, writing, and oral language proficiency assessments.

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the individual so classified.

Working Conditions:

Work may require travel to different locations within the district and to off-site meetings.

Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends.

School-based positions are required to be in-person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.

Disclaimer: This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as directed by the supervisor.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. You must apply on our career page to be considered for this opportunity.