Paraprofessional

The School District of Hartford Jt. #1 is seeking a highly motivated Paraprofessional to join our team. We value staff who are dedicated to helping all students grow and achieve. The ideal candidate should have an exceptional work ethic and a great sense of humor. Candidates should be intrinsically motivated and possess a highly positive attitude. This is a part-time school year position. Positions are available at both the elementary and middle school buildings.

This position includes paid personal and sick days, long-term disability and life insurance and participation in an Employee Wellness program.

The School District of Hartford Jt. 1 is a 4K-8th Grade district located northwest of Milwaukee in scenic Washington County. The School District of Hartford Jt. 1 is dedicated to the success of each student through the active participation of students, staff, family, and community. The District is dedicated to making decisions that are student centered and ensuring school safety is a priority while being fiscally responsible to our students, family, staff and community.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Hold or be willing to obtain Wisconsin DPI Special Education Aide license

• Guide and supervise elementary students with medical, behavioral, learning, physical, social, or attention issues

• Demonstrate and utilize strong communication

• Will remain detail-oriented and efficient

• Build positive relationships with students and families

• Be flexible in planning, scheduling, and working with students and/or the program

• Work with students, team members, and parents, in a positive and supportive manner

• Be committed to continuous improvement and best practices to create a positive and safe learning environment which supports students’ overall well-being and academic success

• Guide and supervise students, maintaining a positive learning environment, and foster a positive attitude toward learning

• Be willing to be trained in non-violent intervention and able to handle behavioral and classroom plans

• Maintain confidentiality

The School District of Hartford Jt. 1 does not discriminate in the employment of any staff on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex (including gender status, change of sex, 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, use or non-use of lawful products off the District’s premises during non-working hours, declining to attend an employer-sponsored meeting or to participate in any communication with the employer about religious matters or political matters, or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.. For more information, refer to Policy 1422, 3122 and 3123.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.70 per hour

Expected hours: 29.5 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Bereavement leave
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Physical Setting:

• Public school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hartford, WI 53027: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17