Job Position Statement
The School District of Athens is in search of a highly skilled and para educator to join our team. An ideal candidate would be a proactive problem solver with outstanding communication skills, and contribute to the efficiency of the school district. This individual would be motivated, and thrive on creating a climate of inclusion, trust, and productivity which represent the school district values.
At Maple Grove Charter School we pride ourselves in creating a learning environment with a safe family feel focused on our CRISP traits (Craftsmanship, Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, and Perseverance). Maple Grove provides a high quality learning experience in an environmentally and agriscience focused learning environment.
Objectives of this Role
Create a productive learning environment, and nurture the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students
Model professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, staff, and community, following our schools CRISP traits
Job Responsibilities
Work closely with all classroom teachers assisting individual and small groups of students with their learning
Provide instructional reinforcement under the direction of the classroom teacher in executing lesson plans
Supervise and positively engage with students during recreational, instructional, and assessment activities in and out of the classroom
Be an advocate for students and families in the classroom and throughout the school
Manage administrative assistant duties during identified breaks
Collaborate and communicate effectively with peers and colleagues
Support and follow School Board policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned
Skills and Preferred Qualifications
Requires at least two years of study at an accredited institution of higher education that is equivalent to at least 48 semester hours; or hold an associate's (or higher) degree; or pass the WorkKeys assessments of Applied Mathematics, Locating Information, and Reading for Information.
Demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality
Flexible, creative, organized, have a sense of humor, and model a positive growth mindset
Value relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community members
WI DPI ESEA: https://dpi.wi.gov/title-ii/highly-qualified-paraprofessionals
Contact: Gail Hurd, Job Center of WI, 715-261-8772
The School District of Athens does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital and parental status, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability. Federal law prohibits discrimination in education and employment based on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion o