Long Term Youth Advocate Sub

Sun Prairie Area School District•Sun Prairie, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is to cover as a Youth Advocate from approximately September 22 - October 30, 2026 for grades 9-12. The purpose of this position is to assist teachers and school staff in the duties and responsibilities of the absent staff member under the direction of the teacher and other school staff members including the principal. The positions may include special education assistants, playground/instructional assistants, library assistants, bi-lingual assistants, secretaries, and clerical assistants.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Training in special education.
Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
DPI certification provided by employee.
CPR and first aid certification.

Responsibilities

Follow the prescribed schedule for the absent employee, including break schedules and performing required duties.
Document the events of the day for the absent employee.
Clean up the classroom area and respect personal privacy.
Actively seek direction from teachers and staff; do not conduct personal business such as phone calls, texts, reading or other activities while on the job.
Support a safe learning environment for students to enable them to meet or surpass their capabilities.
Support and facilitate activities set by teachers.
Facilitate the inclusion of students; also promote acceptance of differences with students, staff and community.
Work collaboratively with classroom teachers in providing academic assistance to English Language Learners (ELL) students.
Conduct small instruction groups under the guidance of the teacher.
Assist students in completing assignments and tests.
Supervise students on the playground, cafeteria, classrooms and other areas before, during and after school.
Follow behavior management plans, collect data and maintain records when requested.
Provide self-care assistance for students, including but not limited to feeding, diapering, and toileting, etc.
Provide back up to the nurse for tube feeding, catheter and medication distribution.
Perform various duties to assist teachers including copying, filing, data entry, correcting papers, etc.
Greet visitors, provide information and assistance.
Answer telephone, providing information and assistance, taking messages, and directing calls.
Perform other duties as assigned.