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The Wausau School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessionals assist in providing education to meet the IEP goals of a student with special needs. This position plays an important role in support of our mission to "Advance student learning, achievement, and success," and our Shared Key Interests to "Provide safe, secure, flexible, inviting, and well maintained environments that nurture student well-being and enhance teaching and learning."

Education/Certification:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• DPI Special Education Aide Certification (or a valid Wisconsin teaching license) is required. Application for certification must be made on-line upon hire through the Department of Public Instruction website.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training and knowledge of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) desired.

Performance Requirements:

• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with administrators, teachers, support staff, students, parents, and the public in a professional and confidential manner
• Requires individual who can effectively work with curriculum, as a team member, and be flexible to the needs of students and staff
• Must be self-directed and possess strong communication, computer, and technology skills; and have the ability to support student learning in a variety of educational settings
• Requires experience with students with special needs, and strong skills in developmentally appropriate student management
• Requires ability to supervise students in various settings inside and outside
• Some positions may involve providing assistance with toileting, feeding, and transferring students with physical limitations

Job Type:

Full-time Starting wage: $18.82 per hour with increase with experience

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $18.82 per hour

Work Location:

In person