6 Hour Para-Educator II - Special Assignment needed to assist the teacher in general daily classroom activities and to support student(s) with identified special needs.

Work Schedule: 6 hours per day / 185 days per year (follows the student school calendar plus 3 professional development days)
Salary: $16.76 per hour
Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Matching Funds for Defined Contribution Pension
Leave Benefits: Paid sick and personal leave

Requirements: A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) test; AND

• 2 Years of College Credit (60 credits); OR
• Associates Degree; OR
• Pass a State Board of Education adopted ParaEducator Assessment which assesses content knowledge in mathematics, reading and an understanding of how to assist in the instruction of these topics. https://www.ets.org/parapro.html

The Madison Public Schools is a welcoming community committed to providing an accepting and safe place for all to learn and work. We believe that diversity enriches our educational community by fostering empathy and critical thinking skills to prepare our students for success in an interconnected world. As such, we are committed to promoting diversity and equity in all aspects of our district, including our hiring practices.

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