Therapeutic Learning Assistant

MyPath; Town of Oconomowoc (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Earned Wage Access

Student Loan Pay Down Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vis

Job summary

Genesee Lake School, a MyPath Company, seeks an engaged instructional aide to support students in a therapeutic, team-based setting. You will work with teachers to discuss daily activities, complete lesson plans, and monitor behavior and academic data.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma (Bachelor’s degree preferred) and experience with special needs students. The role requires a commitment to safety, calmness under pressure, and teamwork within GLS’s educational program.

Qualifications

• Experience with special needs students preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure while maintaining self-control.
• Ability to work well alone and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Meets with classroom teacher and/or supervisor to discuss daily activities, academics, behaviors, social and/or medical concerns.
• Completes and submits paperwork, lesson plans, instructional data, and behavior data on schedule.
• Uses approved treatment techniques in supervising and educating students.
• Familiarity with behavior management and behavior education techniques used at GLS.
• Acts as a role model for students, staff, and the community.
• Familiar with curriculum and uses resources to implement students’ programs under direction.
• Engages students in active learning.
• Provides constructive feedback for staff and ensures Education Department policies are followed.

Skills

Experience with special needs students

Good judgment and problem solving

Calm under pressure

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Instructional Aide license eligible (WI)

Job description

Genesee Lake School, a MyPath Company, seeks an engaged instructional aide to support students in a therapeutic, team-based setting. You will work with teachers to discuss daily activities, complete lesson plans, and monitor behavior and academic data.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma (Bachelor’s degree preferred) and experience with special needs students. The role requires a commitment to safety, calmness under pressure, and teamwork within GLS’s educational program.