Special Education Assistant; SEA​/Education Assistant - Clerical - West - FTE - SY

Special Education Assistant (SEA)/Education Assistant
- Clerical
- West - 0.938 FTE - 26-27 SY

Student Services

West High

Starting Compensation: $24.82 Hourly Wage (25-26 Salary Schedule)

Employment Type:

Non-Exempt

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

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

In addition, we have a great compensation package. Visit our benefits page and compensation page for more information.

Becoming a Model School District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework, and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel  achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population. We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

Purpose of the Position

Assist in preparation of instructional materials under a teacher's direction; provide clerical support (e.g., typing, data entry, record keeping) to departments and main office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of instructional materials under a teacher's direction; provide clerical support to departments (typing, data entry, record keeping) and main office.
• Responsible for the Safe Arrival messages and updating Infinite Campus to reflect absences.
• Greet and respond to visitors, monitoring security cameras.
• Monitor student behavior and/or supervise including test taking observation, lunch supervision, hallway/playground, off-campus or gym activity.
• Maintain records and/or collect data.
• Maintain, set up, clean, sort supplies, equipment or the student physical environment.
• Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

• Ability to maintain confidentiality with student and private information
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse students and staff orally and in writing
• Ability to follow written and/or oral directions and communicate clearly.
• Ability to empathize with children and remain composed and patient with difficult behavior.
• Ability to implement behavior management programs under supervision.
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality
• Ability to problem-solve effectively and efficiently
• Basic computer knowledge
• Know…