Special Education Support Aide

School District of West Allis West Milwaukee

New Berlin (WI)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 38,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

The School District of West Allis West Milwaukee is seeking a Children's Health Assistant to support students with disabilities in personal care and classroom activities under the direction of the classroom teacher, promoting inclusion and student success in school.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, lifting, operating assistive equipment, supporting IEP/504 tasks, and field trips.

Qualifications

Must be eligible for a Wisconsin DPI-issued Special Education Educational Assistant license.
Must have a Certified Nursing Assistant license.
One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Must meet Title One ParaProfessional Highly Qualified Requirements.
CPR/First Aid Certification (provided by District).
Pro-Act Certification (provided by the District).

Responsibilities

Assist students with disabilities in activities of daily living, including dressing, eating, and managing bathroom needs.
Lift or assist in lifting students with disabilities to accommodate position changes and personal care needs.
Operate medical equipment such as Hoyer lifts, standing frames, or motorized wheelchairs; operate passenger elevators to assist students with disabilities in navigating school buildings or job sites.
Support wheelchair users in accessing school and community settings, with consideration for their level of independence.
Assist students with disabilities in safely getting on and off buses each day.
Support students in teacher-directed academic and non-academic activities, working with students individually or in small groups under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
Assist teachers and therapists with activities related to IEP or 504 plans when necessary.
Accompany and assist students with disabilities during supervised field trips and community outings.
Clean classroom equipment and supplies routinely, especially after spills or accidents.
Actively support the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District’s mission to provide equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students.
Cleans classroom equipment and supplies routinely and as needed after spills or accidents.
Actively supports the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District’s Strategic Plan.
Attend meetings and participate in professional development opportunities as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.