The Ripon Area School District is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time special education student support staff member to join our team in serving students at Barlow Park Elementary School beginning with the start of the 2024-25 school year. The position would primarily be working with students and teachers in Special Education in grades 4K through 1st grade, based on talents. This position includes recess and/or bus duty as scheduled. The position is full time during the school year when children are present.

The Ripon Area School District serves over 1600 students, Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, in traditional schools, charter schools, and a virtual school. We are committed to empowering learners, engaging community and enriching the world through the Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Commitment, Collaboration, Innovation and Kindness. Please visit our district website to learn more about the Ripon Area School District.

Qualified candidates will hold (or be able to obtain) a Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Special Education Program Aide License and demonstrate the following:

• Develop and deliver high-quality education for students based on individual needs
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate well with all staff and students
• Attention to details and timeliness
• Ability to collect, use and monitor student data
• Ability to be flexible, organized, team player and advocate for students

You will join an excellent, collaborative team of experienced, supportive Special Education teachers, therapists and other student support staff. Ripon has excellent facilities and materials available for serving students with special needs. Details of the job may vary depending on the candidate’s strengths and talents. Wages start at $16.90/hour.

Competitive Salary and Benefit Package: WI Retirement; Medical, Dental, Paid Personal Day; Accumulative Sick Leave; Flexible Spending Accounts, Professional Development, Employee Assistance Program, and more.

Candidate Requirements

Years of Experience: 0

Degree: N/A

Additional Requirements:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.90 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person