Special Education Paraprofessionals

Overview

The School District of Onalaska is accepting applications for full‑time special education paraprofessionals beginning with the 2026-27 school year. Paraprofessionals are assigned by the building administrator to various assignments that may differ by school, and they support students in both general and special education programming as needed.

Current openings are at high school, middle school, Eagle Bluff, and Irving Pertsch. Typical hours at secondary schools are 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; at elementary schools 7:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

No nights or weekends; school day only. Summer school work is available for those interested.

• A minimum of two years (48 credits) of post–high‑school education, or an associate degree preferred.
• Applicants who have not completed two years post–high school must have passed the Para Pro Assessment or designated Work Keys Assessments before employment; the Work Keys Assessment is paid for by the district if selected for employment.
• Include a cover letter addressed to Sonya Ganther, HR Director, along with a resume and transcripts that demonstrate the required educational attainment.

We seek individuals who embody Onalaska's core values of Belonging, Engagement, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, and Integrity.

The School District of Onalaska is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation, disability, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, handicap, creed, color, political affiliation, genetic information, ancestry, arrest or conviction record, or military service. The District encourages applications from all segments of the population. Candidates seeking accommodations during an interview are encouraged to indicate such at the time they are contacted to interview.

$22.02 per hour.