Long Term One on One Special Education Assistant

Wauwatosa School District; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wauwatosa School District is seeking a Long Term One on One Special Education Assistant at Underwood Elementary School. The role works with students who have intellectual disabilities under the supervision of certified teachers.

Hours are 8:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday during the school year. This position is part of a substitute staffing partnership with Edustaff, guiding onboarding for the selected candidate.

Responsibilities

Job description

Job Details

• Position Title: Long Term One on One Special Education Assistant
• Department/Location: Underwood Elementary School
• Job Classification: Educational Assistant (Non-Exempt)
• Reports to: School Principal
• Supervises: N.A.
• Anticipated Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Anticipated Hours: 8 am - 3:30 pm
• Employer: Edustaff

WSD partners with Edustaff to manage substitute staffing. Once a hiring administrator recommends a candidate for hire, the candidate will be connected with Edustaff to complete their onboarding process. This process includes various supports and resources tailored for substitute employees. We have worked to customize onboarding activities to efficiently and effectively meet our shared needs and will assist the recommended candidate through this process.

The Special Education Assistant works with students under the supervision of certified teachers to support and services students with intellectual disabilities throughout the school day. Duties include providing academic instruction, behavioral supports, supervision, daily living and delegated nursing tasks to students with disabilities. The assignment is anticipated to run from the listed dates above, however it may conclude or extend depending on student need.

WSD is a high-achieving, forward-thinking, and richly diverse public school serving nearly 6,500 students and their families. WSD has a strong commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students. We are focused on increasing the diversity of staff in our schools, and we encourage educators of all backgrounds to consider joining our educational community.

Our district consists of nine elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, one choice school, two alternative schools, four alternative programs and services, the Wauwatosa Recreation Department, and a district office. These neighborhood schools are nestled in the charming suburb of Wauwatosa, about 15 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee and the shores of Lake Michigan. Our educational community's long history of excellence has been recognized both regionally and nationally.

WSD believes in a relentless commitment to academic achievement for all. We will ensure that we have excellent educators in our schools and that they have the support and resources they need. We will evaluate the resources, structures, and practices within the system in order to empower all to thrive. Our preferred vision of the future is to ensure an exceptional and equitable learning experience for all.

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The WSD Special Education Assistant job description is available for review at this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p3uZgwO9yW8uC5Ww3Q3e1sqlkjOMjzCtJPn_mfOoR8s/edit?usp=sharing