Lowell - Special Education Assistant; SEA​/Education Assistant; EA - FTE

25-26 - Lowell - Special Education Assistant (SEA)/Education Assistant (EA) - 0.36 FTE

Student Services

Lowell Elementary

Starting Compensation: $24.82

Employment Type:

Exempt

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for openings for the  school year. Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

Why Work with MMSD:
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second‑largest school district in Wisconsin. Our vision is to ensure every school is thriving and prepares every student for college, career, and community. We are committed to anti‑racism, cultural responsiveness, and inclusion.

Purpose of the Position: Support special education teachers by providing individualized support to students with disabilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide instructional support and reinforcement to students in academic, behavioral, and functional areas across school, community, and vocational settings.
• Implement curriculum and behavioral intervention strategies under the direction of a teacher and/or related services staff.
• Assist with transfers, adaptive devices, tube feedings, diapering, and provide bathroom assistance and mobility training.
• Follow proper hygiene practices as prescribed by MMSD health policies.
• Coordinate and communicate with other staff to provide feedback regarding student performance.
• Collect and document student progress data (academic and behavior).
• Monitor and implement positive behavior strategies, physical restraint/management, safe space procedures, and behavior intervention plans.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, playground, hallways, and field trips.
• Participate in on‑the‑job training and district‑level training.
• Assist with loading and unloading school buses.
• Prepare instructional materials under a teacher’s direction.
• Maintain records and a daily schedule of support.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Provide individual and small group instructional reinforcement.
• Work independently with students in various settings under teacher direction.
• Maintain accurate student data and confidentiality.
• Work with physically aggressive students and those who are nonverbal or have limited speech.
• Communicate effectively with diverse students, staff, and community, orally and in writing.
• Perform physical tasks including walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), climbing, bending, reaching, and kneeling.
• Use basic computer skills (e‑mail, internet, word processing).
• Demonstrate maturity, patience, and compassion.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience working cross‑culturally and/or commitment to improving cultural competence.
• Department of Public Instruction Special Education Program Aide License (may apply during/after offer; cost covered by district).
• Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school, or pass assessment submitted on site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Prior experience in a public school setting.
• Experience working with children who have disabilities, are non‑ambulatory, or non‑verbal.
• CPR certification.
• First aid training.
• Proficiency with email, internet, and word processing.

Next Steps: Upon submission, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. If selected, you may be contacted for an interview.

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal.

Working Conditions:

May require travel within district, evenings, nights, weekends, and in‑person school‑based work unless otherwise directed by the building principal.

Disclaimer:
This position description is subject to change. Additional duties may be assigned as directed by supervisor.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Apply on our career page to be considered.