Educational Assistant, Special Education

Educational Assistant, Special Education 26-27 School Year

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Educational Assistant-Special Education
• Date Posted: 5/8/2026
• Location:
  
  District Wide

Position Title: Educational Assistant, Special Education

Primary

Location:

TBD

Assignment Specifications: 6.5 hours per school day, 2026-27 School Year

Group Affiliation/Policy: Educational Assistants

Classification: B-2-2

Hiring Range: $19.70-$21.15 per hour

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Under the administrative direction of the Building Principal and under the direct supervision of certified personnel, the Educational Assistant is an integral part of the educational team because of support provided to maximize instructional time.

• monitoring and escorting students
• record keeping
• charting monthly activity logs
• material preparation
• reinforcement of previously taught lessons
• restraints when called for as per an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or student care plan

The educational assistant does not have responsibility for making decisions about any aspect of a student's educational program; rather they are responsible for carrying out directives as provided by the certified personnel or Building Administration.

Minimum of high school level academic skills. Must have demonstrated skills or experience in supervising student behavior and applying consistent consequences for appropriate and inappropriate behaviors, including appropriate physical restraint; adapting lesson plans to the individual needs of students to facilitate their learning and to assist them in meeting any individual learning plans and objectives; applying rules, instructions and stated policies, procedures and IEP plans;

developing a rapport with children and explaining concepts in a simple and understandable manner; using basic office equipment; effectively presenting information in 1:1 and/or small group situations to students concerning district/program routines, policies, rules, learning principles, concepts and other lesson plans.

At Winona Area Public Schools, we strive to inspire curiosity, empower resiliency, and engage the community. WAPS has made a commitment to ingrain the qualities necessary for the perpetuation of a democratic society such as cooperation, inclusivity, multiculturalism, and reflective inquiry in all aspects of our work.