Special Education Para Educator - Beloit Memorial High School

Description:The School District of Beloit has an opening for a Special Education Para Educator at Beloit Memorial High School This position is for 7 hours a day. This is a full time/permanent position based on 183 days per year (prorated for 2021-2022). Candidates should have experience working with children from diverse backgrounds, demonstrate flexibility, patience, and be able to work as part of a team. Required qualifications: High School diploma or GED, an Associate’s degree, or forty eight (48) credits, or proof of successful completion of a WI DPI approved assessment (ACT WorkKeys, ParaPro-Assessment ETS, or ParaEducator Master Teacher). A high school diploma is necessary, but not sufficient. Candidate must hold or be willing to obtain the Wisconsin Para-educator license. Rate of pay is $15.00/hour. Start date is: ASAP. Minority and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

The School District of Beloit is committed to preparing students who are college and career ready, empowered with effective communication, critical thinking, and life skills, which enable them to be productive global citizens. We are located on the southern Wisconsin state line in Rock county approximately 50 miles from Madison, 70 miles from Milwaukee, and 90 miles from Chicago.

Our Vision: Preparing and inspiring every student to succeed in life and contribute to an ever-changing world.

We currently serve approximately 6,300 students with 6 elementary (4K-3) schools, 4 intermediate schools (4 - 8), and 1 high school (9-12). Our schools are staffed by highly qualified, talented employees. Each building is supported by an Instructional Coach and a STEM Coach. All schools receive support from Instructional Content Specialists, and Student Services staff. We have programs for every child: advanced learning student options, online classes, all-day 4K, dual-language immersion, an advanced technical training center, a state-recognized intervention model and Ignite Beloit 1:1 iPad Learning initiative.

Beloit was forged in fire and heavy industrial manufacturing, but we survived the great recession with a renewed spirit. We celebrate a proud legacy of strength, beauty, and diversity. Some of our greatest assets include our world-class riverfront, our charming downtown, the internationally renowned Beloit College and historic residential neighborhoods.

We invite you to be part of our thriving Community.


Qualifications:
1. High school diploma, 48 college credits or an associate’s degree; or pass a formal assessment test (ACT WorkKeys, Parapro-Assessment ETS, or ParaEducator Master Teacher)
2. Shall be eligible for Wisconsin Special Education Program Aide Certification #883
3. Ability to lift/move, 50 pounds where applicable
4. Possess basic information technology and media skills
5. Strong oral and written communicate skills
6. Present proof of physical fitness to assume all the duties of the job (standing, bending, kneeling, etc)
7. Fluent in Spanish (reading, writing and speaking)