Instructional Assistant - Lake Denoon Middle School

Milwaukee Succeeds; Muskego (WI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Succeeds is hiring an Instructional Assistant at Lake Denoon Middle School in Muskego, WI. The role supports instructional activities, supervises students across regular classes and unstructured times, and assists with behavior management.

Strong communication, willingness to obtain DPI certification if needed, and ability to lift up to 80 pounds are essential; driving and flexible hours are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have DPI Spec. Ed. Program Aide certification or be willing to become certified at your own expense.
• Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.
• Ability to lift/restrain students weighing up to 80 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instructional activities and supervision of students in regular education classes and unstructured times (lunch, playground, field trips, bus).
• Assist with behavior management strategies and consequences.
• May assist with self-help skills and health care procedures as needed.
• May transport students in school vans for school-related activities.
• Other duties as assigned by administrator or classroom teacher.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 80 pounds

DPI Spec. Ed. Program Aide cert

CPR & First Aid certified (preferred)

Strong communication skills

Flexible hours

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Instructional Assistant - Lake Denoon Middle School

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Will assist in instructional activities and supervision of students in a structured (regular education classes) and unstructured (lunchroom, playground, field trips, bus) environment. Will assist in behavior management strategies and consequences, and may assist with self‑help skills (diapering, toilet needs, personal hygiene, feeding, GI tube feeding, dressing, etc.), or health care procedures (charting and dispensation of medications, tube feeding, suctioning, etc.). May work with wheelchair or ambulatory students in small groups or on an individual basis, and may be required to lift or restrain students weighing up to 80 pounds. May transport student(s) in school vans into the community for school‑related activities. Other duties as assigned by the administrator or the classroom teacher.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk a minimum of 2 miles per day.
• Ability to bend, stand, and stoop multiple times per day.
• Ability to place students weighing up to 80 pounds in Crisis Prevention Intervention approved protective holds as defined by Act 118.
• Ability to maneuver students weighing up to 180 pounds in wheeled mobility equipment (wheelchair, stroller, etc).
• Ability to position or support an assisted transfer of a student weighing up to 180 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Dependable driving and work record a must.
• Positive and friendly work attitude.
• Must have DPI Spec. Ed. Program Aide certification or be willing to become certified at your own expense.
• Red Cross First Aid and CPR certified (preferred).
• Must be able to work flexible hours.
• Be knowledgeable and physically capable of lifting/restraining students weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to get along and communicate well with staff, students, and parents.
• Good oral and written communication skills.Ability to use computer equipment and other assistive technology devices.
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

We are an equal opportunity employer. The Muskego‑Norway School District Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, national origin, ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, use or non‑use of lawful products on the District’s premises during non‑working hours, declining to attend an employer‑sponsored meeting or to participate in any communication with the employer about religious matters or political matters, or any other characteristic protected by law. The District also does not discriminate based on sex in its education program or activity and is required to comply with Title IX and Part 106 of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations. All inquiries regarding Title IX and Part 106 may be referred to the District’s Title IX Coordinators.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or illegal substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment. As a condition of initial and continued employment, the employee shall be a positive role model for students.

The Muskego‑Norway School District Board is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. The District will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the District’s representative.