Special Education Paraprofessionals - RMS

*WATERTOWN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT* *Vacancy Notice* *SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL* *LOCATION: Riverside Middle School* *START DATE:* October 2023 *HOURS:* Times to be determined - 5.
75 hours/day *SALARY RATE: *$17.
18 per hour (Starting Wage at Category A – Level 1) *CERTIFICATION: Applicants must possess or willing to apply for Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Special Education Program Aide license (883) upon hiring.
* *JOB DESCRIPTION:* Paras work under the direct supervision of a special education teacher.
The job duties of special education paraprofessionals vary depending on the disabilities and needs of the students.
This position involves supporting students in a variety of ways: helping students remain on-task, assisting in completing school assignments, supporting social activities, fostering positive student interactions and behaviors, grooming, and other supervisory duties.
The qualifications for special education paraprofessional positions include: · A high school diploma or equivalent; · Experience and/or desire to work with students with disabilities and/or behavioral challenges; · Ability to work with individuals and small groups of students; · Ability to interact and work with students, staff, and community members in a positive manner; and · Possess basic computer skills and/or ability to learn.
· A passion for working with middle school aged students; · A positive attitude that will contribute to a welcoming atmosphere; · Strong communication skills; · Ability to communicate with parents; · Excellent attendance history in previous employment.
· Upon hire, employee will be required to participate in the Paraprofessional Training Program.
Experience working with individuals having autism, mental health and/or developmental disabilities is a plus.
*APPLY BY:* Applications are due immediately as interviews will be held soon.
*Apply electronically on Wisconsin Education Career Access Network (WECAN) *(https://wecan.
education.
wisc.
edu/#/) Job Type: Part-time Pay: $17.
18 per hour Expected hours: 28.
75 per week Grade school specialties: * Middle school Physical setting: * School Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person