Student Support Specialist (2025-26)

Madison, WI
Full Time
Mid Level

STUDENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST (SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT)

One City Schools | Madison, Wisconsin
Full-Time Position | 40+ Hours per Week
Posted: May 2025

EMPOWER EVERY STUDENT TO REACH THEIR POTENTIAL
Ready to make a direct, meaningful impact on students who need extra support? One City Schools seeks a compassionate, dedicated Student Support Specialist to provide essential academic and behavioral interventions for our diverse learners. Join our innovative team where every student's success matters and individualized support transforms lives.

Learn more about One City Schools at www.onecityschools.org. Also, watch videos about our schools on our YouTube Page at www.youtube.com/@OneCitySchools and learn more about our advocacy efforts at www.onecityadvocates.org.

POSITION OVERVIEW
As a Student Support Specialist, you'll provide targeted academic and behavioral support to students across our award-winning charter schools. Working closely with teachers, administrators, and families, you'll implement personalized interventions that help every student succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
Deliver Targeted Academic Support:

  • Provide one-on-one and small group instruction in core subjects (reading, writing, math, science, social studies)
  • Assist special education case managers and classroom teachers with implementing intervention strategies and curriculum modifications
  • Monitor student progress and assess effectiveness of academic interventions
  • Document interventions, collect data, and generate detailed progress reports
Foster Social-Emotional Growth:
  • Develop and implement individualized behavior plans for students requiring additional support
  • Lead social skills groups to build relationship and communication abilities
  • Teach self-regulation, decision-making, and social-emotional learning strategies
  • Support students in developing confidence and resilience
Build Collaborative Partnerships:
  • Communicate regularly with teachers and parents about student growth and improvement strategies
  • Participate in teacher/parent conferences and student evaluation meetings
  • Refer students to counseling or special education services when appropriate
  • Maintain accurate student records and comprehensive documentation
WHAT YOU BRING

Essential Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent with minimum 3 years related professional experience
  • Strong commitment to One City's mission and working with diverse student populations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort learning new technology
  • Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving abilities
  • Physical ability to lift and push at least 50 pounds
  • Successful completion of background check
Your Character:
  • Deep compassion and patience for students with diverse learning needs
  • Energetic, flexible, and collaborative approach to student support
  • Growth mindset with dedication to continuous learning and development
  • Strong communication skills for effective family and team collaboration
  • Innovative thinking and willingness to embrace strategic change

EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Comprehensive Package:
  • Competitive salary aligned with local market and public schools
  • Generous 14 PTO days plus holidays, spring break, and winter break
  • Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Employee assistance program
  • Automatic admission for your age-eligible child to One City Schools
Unique Staff Benefits:
  • On-campus childcare center with subsidized tuition for staff
  • Home ownership support through Own-It Program ($19,000 down payment grants available)
  • Professional development opportunities in innovative educational approaches

ABOUT ONE CITY SCHOOLS

Our Mission: To seed a new model of public education ensuring children are on track to succeed from birth through high school graduation.

Our Impact:
  • Both schools "Exceeded Expectations" on 2024 state report cards
  • Elementary: outpaced 87% of Wisconsin public elementary schools
  • Middle School: outpaced 94% of Wisconsin public middle schools
  • 94% of preschoolers test kindergarten-ready

Why One City? We're more than a school system—we're educational innovators influencing policy, curriculum, and teaching practices across Wisconsin and beyond. From pioneering pandemic safety protocols to leading $2.6 billion in education funding advocacy, One City is shaping the future of public education.

Ready to make an impact? Join our mission to transform education and change lives.

One City Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

Application Deadline: Positions remain open until filled - we're committed to finding the perfect fit for our scholars

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