What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-time Special Education Paraprofessionals position at School District of Onalaska?
The School District of Onalaska is accepting applications for full-time special education paraprofessionals starting with the 2026-27 school year. Paraprofessionals in the School District of Onalaska are classified as one encompassing unit of employees and are an integral part of the school system's programs. Paraprofessionals are assigned by the building administrator to many assignments which may be different in each of the schools. Special education paraprofessionals will support students in general education and within special education programming as needed.
Current openings/assignments are at high school, middle school, Eagle Bluff and Irving Pertsch. Typical hours at secondary level are 7am - 3pm and elementary are 7:45am - 3:45pm
No nights or weekends, school day only, and summer school work is available if interested.
Qualifications: A minimum of two years (48 credits) post high school education, or an associate degree preferred. If two years post high school is not achieved, applicants must have passed ParaPro Assessment or designated WorkKeys Assessments prior to employment. The WorkKeys Assessment is paid for by the district if selected for employment.
Please attach cover letter addressed to Sonya Ganther, HR Director, and also include a resume and transcripts to show educational requirements are met.
We are seeking individuals who embody Onalaska's core values of Belonging, Engagement, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, and Integrity.
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The School District of Onalaska is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation, disability, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, handicap, creed, color, political affiliation, genetic information, ancestry, arrest or conviction record, or military service. The District encourages applications from all segments of the population.
Candidates seeking accommodations during an interview are encouraged to indicate such at the time they are contacted to interview.