Special Education Paraprofessional
Eleutheria•Milwaukee, WI
•$20 - $25•Onsite
About The Position
Provide instructional assistance to students in K-12 school settings. You'll conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver direct therapy to help students improve communication skills and access their education. This role collaborates closely with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to maximize student outcomes.
Requirements
- Associates Degree or equivalent, or 2 years post secondary and at least 60 completed credits OR Paraprofessional Credential through Wisconsin Department of Education (such as passing score on ParaPro or ParaEducator Assessments or credentialed on the PELSB rubric)
- Background check and drug screening required
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in the school setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Work with small groups of students in an instructional capacity.
- Assist and provide support for students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assist in maintaining appropriate classroom environment to ensure a safe and positive learning experience.
- Monitor individual students in the classroom, library, or during playground activities to ensure a safe and positive learning environment
- Monitor and assists students during various classroom activities (examples; art, literacy, bath rooming, fine motor skills)
- Maintain confidentiality in all correspondence and communications
- Support special needs learners and modifies instruction as directed
- Assist in maintaining appropriate student conduct
- Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher
- Perform other related duties as assigned/required by teacher(s), site, or district administrator(s).
Benefits
- W-2 employment with liability insurance included
- Healthcare benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
- Mileage reimbursement between sites
- Referral bonuses
- Mentorship and ongoing support from school-based professionals
- Paid sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
