Special Education Assistant - WTA

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated Special Education Assistant to join The Waukesha Transition Academy (WTA), which prepares young adults, ages 18-21, to focus on independent living through community-based partnerships, and a meaningful life-based curriculum through authentic learning experiences building a bridge into adulthood. Students will engage in a variety of community-based learning activities allowing them to develop work readiness, social and independent living skills.

To achieve this vision, WTA works collaboratively with staff, family, students, and community members. This ages 18-21 transition program supports young adults with disabilities as they prepare for life beyond high school. Our program emphasizes daily living skills, employability, and vocational readiness through hands‑on learning in both campus‑based and community‑based settings. This is an active role that involves daily movement, including walking with students through hallways, job sites, and community locations.

Our program prioritizes authentic, real‑world learning, and we are seeking candidates who enjoy being up and moving while supporting students in natural environments.

• Support students with daily living, functional academics, and vocational skills development
• Assist students during on‑campus instruction and off‑site community learning experiences
• Help facilitate job training tasks, community outings, and work‑based learning activities
• Model and encourage independence, self‑advocacy, and workplace behaviors
• Provide supervision, redirection, and positive behavioral support
• Assist with data collection and documentation of student progress
• Support instructional plans and adaptations based on student needs
• Communicate effectively with staff, families, and community partners
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment

• Experience working with young adults or individuals with disabilities (preferred but not required)
• Ability to follow teacher‑designed plans and provide one‑on‑one or small group support
• Strong communication, flexibility, patience, and willingness to learn
• Comfortable engaging in active, community‑based learning (local outings, job sites, life skills instruction)

• Meaningful work supporting students transitioning into adulthood
• Collaborative and supportive staff environment
• Opportunities for professional growth in special education & transition services
• Make a real impact on students' independence, confidence, and future success

Attendance is an essential function of this position.