Substitute Special Education Assistant (SEA) - District Wide - 26-27 SY

Substitute Special Education Assistant (SEA) - District Wide - 26-27 SY

$25.47 - 25.47 Hourly Wage 

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for openings for the 2026-2027 school year. Applicants should have a good attitude, ability to create a welcoming environment, a willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning. 

Purpose

Under the supervision of a building principal and under the direction of a special education teacher/related services staff, a substitute special education assistant will perform work with students who have disabilities.  The job duties will include: a) instruction and support to students in integrated school and community settings; b) assistance to the teaching staff. 

Job Duties 

These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other responsibilities may be required and assigned: 

• Provide instructional support and reinforcement to students in academic, behavioral and functional areas across school, community and vocational settings.

• Implement curriculum and behavioral intervention strategies across environments, under the direction and guidance of a teacher and/or related services staff.

• Consistently use proper hygiene practices as prescribed by MMSD health policies.

• Maintain student confidentiality, including written records.

• Assist with coordination and communication activities with other staff to provide feedback regarding student performance.

• Assist with data collection activities (reviewing and documenting student progress both academic and behavior, etc.)

• Assist with monitoring and implementing positive behavior strategies in dealing with student behavior, physical restraint/management, implement safe space procedure and behavior intervention plans.

• Provide supervision during lunch, recess, playground, hallways and field trips.

• Participate in on-the-job training and district level training

• Assist with loading and unloading school buses

• Assist with preparation of instructional materials under a teacher’s direction

• Maintain records

• Must be working with at least one scholar with an individual education plan throughout their work time, and maintain a daily schedule of support under direction from the case manager

• Other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold an Active Department of Public Instruction Certification (Special Education Aide License)

  • MMSD offers to pay the application fee if needed 

  • Required to pick up assignments

• Hold a high school diploma/GED/HSED 

• Hold 48 credits post high school or completed the Master Teacher Assessment (MTA)

  • MMSD offers MTA for free

• Must have experience working with children (ages 4 -19)