Madison Metropolitan School District
25-26 - IIP Services (Holtzman) - Special Education Assistant (SEA) - 0.875 FTE
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774
25-26 - IIP Services (Holtzman) - Special Education Assistant (SEA) - 0.875 FTE
Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking a highly motivated and energetic Special Education Assistant for the 2025‑2026 school year. The position is overseen by an Assistant Director of Student Services and supported by a special education teacher/related services staff. The Assistant will provide intensive intervention programming for students who receive special education services across school‑based, community‑based, and Holtzman Learning Center sites.
Starting Compensation:
$24.82/hour Employment Type:
Exempt
Essential Functions
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.
Maintain student confidentiality, including written records.
Assist with coordination and communication activities with other staff to provide feedback regarding student performance.
Assist with data collection activities (reviewing and documenting student progress both academic and behavior).
Monitor and implement positive behavior strategies in supporting students: behavior support plans, safety plans, and Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention policies/procedures.
Provide supervision during lunch, recess, playground, hallways, and field trips.
Participate in Intensive Intervention Programming (IIP) and district‑level training opportunities.
Qualifications
Ability to provide individual and small group instructional reinforcement.
Ability to work independently with students in school, community, vocational, and domestic situations under the direction of a teacher.
Ability to keep accurate student data.
Ability to work with physically aggressive students.
Ability to work with students who are non‑verbal or who do not have intelligible speech.
Ability to follow teacher direction, written plans, individual education programs, and behavior intervention plans.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse students, staff, and community, orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain student confidentiality.
Ability to walk, lift (up to 50 lbs.), climb, bend, reach, and kneel.
Ability to learn and use basic computer skills (e‑mail, internet, word processing).
Must be mature, patient, and compassionate when working with all students.
Experience working cross‑culturally and/or commitment to improving one’s own cultural competence.
Department of Public Instruction Certification (License) to work with disabled children (preferred).
Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school (preferred).
Fluency in Spanish and English (preferred).
Prior experience working in a public school setting.
Prior experience working with children who have disabilities.
Prior experience working with children who are non‑ambulatory and/or non‑verbal.
CPR certification.
First aid training.
Experience using e‑mail, internet, and word processing programs.
Next Steps
Upon submitting, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. Based on your application materials, a hiring manager may reach out to schedule an interview.
Candidates who are fluent in Spanish and/or Hmong are invited to apply for our bilingual positions as well. If interested, candidates will be asked to complete reading, writing, and oral language proficiency assessments.
Department of Public Instruction Certification (License) to work with disabled children may be applied for during/after offer; cost is covered by the District.
Students with an Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school may need to pass an onsite assessment in lieu of college credits.
Environmental Adaptability
Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury.
Ability to perform work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year, including inclement weather, spaces without air conditioning, and areas where temperatures may be uncomfortable or fluctuate rapidly.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work; they are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Working Conditions
Work may require travel to different locations within the district and to off‑site meetings.
Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends.
School‑based positions are required to be in‑person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.
This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job‑related tasks as directed by the supervisor.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Madison Metropolitan School District by 2x.
Equal Opportunity Employer MMSD encourages veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment 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. You must apply on our career page to be considered for this opportunity.
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Starting Compensation:
$24.82/hour Employment Type:
Exempt
Essential Functions
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.
Maintain student confidentiality, including written records.
Assist with coordination and communication activities with other staff to provide feedback regarding student performance.
Assist with data collection activities (reviewing and documenting student progress both academic and behavior).
Monitor and implement positive behavior strategies in supporting students: behavior support plans, safety plans, and Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention policies/procedures.
Provide supervision during lunch, recess, playground, hallways, and field trips.
Participate in Intensive Intervention Programming (IIP) and district‑level training opportunities.
Qualifications
Ability to provide individual and small group instructional reinforcement.
Ability to work independently with students in school, community, vocational, and domestic situations under the direction of a teacher.
Ability to keep accurate student data.
Ability to work with physically aggressive students.
Ability to work with students who are non‑verbal or who do not have intelligible speech.
Ability to follow teacher direction, written plans, individual education programs, and behavior intervention plans.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse students, staff, and community, orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain student confidentiality.
Ability to walk, lift (up to 50 lbs.), climb, bend, reach, and kneel.
Ability to learn and use basic computer skills (e‑mail, internet, word processing).
Must be mature, patient, and compassionate when working with all students.
Experience working cross‑culturally and/or commitment to improving one’s own cultural competence.
Department of Public Instruction Certification (License) to work with disabled children (preferred).
Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school (preferred).
Fluency in Spanish and English (preferred).
Prior experience working in a public school setting.
Prior experience working with children who have disabilities.
Prior experience working with children who are non‑ambulatory and/or non‑verbal.
CPR certification.
First aid training.
Experience using e‑mail, internet, and word processing programs.
Next Steps
Upon submitting, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. Based on your application materials, a hiring manager may reach out to schedule an interview.
Candidates who are fluent in Spanish and/or Hmong are invited to apply for our bilingual positions as well. If interested, candidates will be asked to complete reading, writing, and oral language proficiency assessments.
Department of Public Instruction Certification (License) to work with disabled children may be applied for during/after offer; cost is covered by the District.
Students with an Associate’s Degree or 48 academic credits beyond high school may need to pass an onsite assessment in lieu of college credits.
Environmental Adaptability
Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury.
Ability to perform work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year, including inclement weather, spaces without air conditioning, and areas where temperatures may be uncomfortable or fluctuate rapidly.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work; they are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Working Conditions
Work may require travel to different locations within the district and to off‑site meetings.
Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends.
School‑based positions are required to be in‑person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.
This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job‑related tasks as directed by the supervisor.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Madison Metropolitan School District by 2x.
Equal Opportunity Employer MMSD encourages veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment 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. You must apply on our career page to be considered for this opportunity.
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