Special Education Paraprofessional at Milwaukee Scholars

School Information

Located in Milwaukee, WI, Milwaukee Scholars Charter School opened in 2011 and serves students K4-8. At Milwaukee Scholars, you can connect passion with purpose.

To learn more about Milwaukee Scholars Charter School click here.

Why Choose Milwaukee Scholars Charter School

• Student loan forgiveness program available for eligible staff.

• Starting pay above recently adjusted market scales.

• Supported by an experienced leadership team.

• Personalized development and coaching opportunities.

• High-level support provided for all staff members.

• Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.

• Recognition as one of Milwaukee’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their individual education plan (IEP) and/or their 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team. Support can be provided 1:1 or in small groups.

• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.

• Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction specially designed to meet the unique needs of each student resulting from his/her disability such as, resource room, inclusion and/or pullout services.

• Attend professional development, specialized trainings and IEP meetings with special education team and parents as required.

• Assist with the required compliance documentation.

Qualifications

Minimum of 48 credit hours; or

• Associate degree or higher (official transcripts); or
• Passing scores on one of the following assessments:
  • ETS (460 or higher)
  • WorkKeys Exam
    • Applied Mathematics – 4
    • Reading for Information – 4
    • Writing/Business Writing – 3
    • Instructional Support Inventory – 3
  • ParaEducator Master Teacher
    • Assessment 1 – Instructional Support: 65%
    • Assessment 2 – Content and Application: 70% Click here for the state requirements.

• Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.

• Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications, preferred.

• Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.