Special Education Assistant; SEA - Sennett - FTE - SY Job Madison area,Wisconsin USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Special Education Assistant (SEA) - Sennett - 0.534 FTE - 26-27 SY

Student Services

Starting Compensation: $24.82

Hourly Wage(25-26 Salary Schedule)

Employment Type: Non-Exempt

Purpose of Position

Under the direct or general supervision of a building principal or department leader and the daily direction of a Special Education Teacher or Student Services staff, the Special Education Assistant performs highly specialized work with students with disabilities across the developmental lifespan. This position adapts to the specific needs of the assigned population: fostering foundational development in early childhood, supporting academic access in 4K-12, providing necessary supplementary aids and services to follow student Individual Education Programs (IEPs), Behavior Support, Regulation Plans, and coaching vocational independence in 18–21-year-old transition services.

The exact population served will vary depending on the location and assignment of the role.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Support & Academic Assistance

Early Childhood (4K):
Support learning through play-based activities by navigating centers (sensory, blocks, dramatic play) and scaffolding foundational skills like tool use (e.g., scissors, glue) and letter recognition.
Academic Reinforcement (4K‑12):
Implement modified curriculum and intervention strategies to maximize student independence within the general education environment.
Transition (Ages 18‑21):
Provide on‑site job coaching at community work‑sites. Perform task analysis to break down vocational duties into manageable steps and gradually fade support as the student gains mastery.
Inclusive Literacy:
Prepare adapted materials (e.g., recorded books, visual schedules, or communication boards) to ensure all students can access content at their developmental level.

Behavioral Intervention & Student Supervision

Positive Behavior Support:
Assist with monitoring and implementing positive behavior strategies, behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and "safe space" procedures. This includes supporting students in emotional regulation and behavioral success using district‑approved techniques and safety protocols; providing high‑quality supervision during lunch, recess, field trips, and the loading/unloading of school buses; and coaching professional workplace etiquette and social cues.
Environmental Adaptation:
Assist in modifying the physical and social environment to foster a sense of belonging and increase student engagement in classroom and community activities.
Active Supervision:
Maintain proactive, focused awareness of all students by intentionally positioning oneself to see and hear at all times. This involves scanning the environment to anticipate risks and provide a safety net while still allowing for student growth.

Personal Care & Physical Assistance

Daily Living Support:
Perform sensitive personal care tasks, including changing/dressing, eating, diapering/potty training, bathroom assistance, and administering tube feedings or medications per health plans.
Dignified Assistance:
Ensure all care is performed with the highest respect for privacy and age‑appropriateness.
Mobility & Technology:
Assist with student transfers and the application of adaptive devices (wheelchairs, standers, gait trainers). Coach students to use high‑ or low‑tech communication devices to advocate for their own needs.
Hygiene:
Maintain strict sanitation protocols and PPE usage to ensure a safe environment for students and staff.

Data Collection & Documentation

Progress Monitoring:
Record objective data, as directed by CC Teachers, that can be used for the development of student programming. This data could be related to a student's IEP goals, developmental milestones, ABC behavior logs, and Post‑Secondary Transition Plan (PTP) vocational metrics (18‑21).
Communication:
Provide information contributing to notebooks, "Home‑to‑School" folders or electronic logs to provide families and teams with daily updates on successes, care needs, and community performance.
Confidentiality:
Ensure absolute FERPA/HIPAA compliance regarding all student records, acknowledging the legal status of students who have reached the age of majority.
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