Special Education Assistant

Duties of the Position:

• Assist teachers with subject area content.
• Assist small groups of students or individuals with the interpretation and completion of assignments.
• Implementation of behavioral management strategies.
• Work as part of a team to meet the needs of the students in all areas.
• Demonstrate initiative.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Be flexible and able to adapt to the learning environment.
• Be an advocate for at-risk students including those with special needs.
• Assist with clerical duties.
• Duties may also include lunchroom, bus and/or recess supervision

Special Skills Required:

Knowledge of technology is helpful.

Knowledge of reading, math, and social skills.

Must be certified by DPI or eligible for certification for Special Educational Assistants.

7:30-3:30; School Year; 5 days a week - summer employment opportunities available

Benefits package available.

Internal Applicants: Please send letter of interest to Bill Ott.

It is the policy of the Sparta Area School District to not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex (including transgender status, change of sex, male, female, sexual orientation, or gender identity), pregnancy, creed or religion, genetic information, handicap or disability, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, military service (as defined in 111.32, Wis. Stats.), ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability ("Protected Classes").

The Sparta Area School District complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Wendy Markgren, at 608-366-3401, wmarkgren@spartan.org .