Empowering Special Education Paraeducator

Wifca; Madison, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities across 4K-21 in a variety of settings. The role offers hands-on instructional and behavioral support under licensed supervision.

Starting compensation is $25.47 per hour (26-27 Salary Schedule), non-exempt; in-person positions require an Associate’s Degree or 48 college credits and a Wisconsin DPI license (1015).

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 48 college credits required.
• Wisconsin DPI Special Education Program Aide License (1015) required.
• Experience with IEPs, transition services, or related settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support and academic reinforcement for 4K-12 students with disabilities.
• Support behavioral interventions and safe supervision during school activities.
• Assist with personal care tasks, mobility support, and adaptive equipment as needed.
• Collect and document progress data; communicate with teachers and families.

Skills

Instructional support

Behavioral support

Data collection

Collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree

48 academic credits beyond high school

Job description

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities across 4K-21 in a variety of settings. The role offers hands-on instructional and behavioral support under licensed supervision.

Starting compensation is $25.47 per hour (26-27 Salary Schedule), non-exempt; in-person positions require an Associate’s Degree or 48 college credits and a Wisconsin DPI license (1015).