Educational Assistant

POSITION: Educational Assistant

POSTING DATE: June 23, 2026

CLOSING DATE: July 9, 2026

START DATE: August 24, 2026

LOCATION: Waubesa Intermediate School

COMPENSATION: $19.65 per hour

HOURS/TIME: 10:15 am - 1:15 pm, Monday-Friday, when school is in session

• Ideal Decision 2 weeks after the closing date

Meeting the Needs of Every Learner, Every Day:

McFarland School District is seeking highly dynamic candidates to fill an opening for an educational assistant. We aspire to hire individuals who can help us work toward our mission of meeting the needs of every learner, every day and our vision of being an equitable and inclusive community committed to student belonging, achievement, and growth.

What Your Day Will Look Like:

This position is 3 hours per day or 15 hours per week, approximately 10:15-1:15. It requires interactions with students, teachers, administration, maintenance personnel, parents, and school visitors. This person will perform office tasks such as filing, creating documents, collecting and managing data in spreadsheets, answering phones, and making copies. Playground and lunchroom supervision responsibilities are a part of the role as well.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Ability to lift a minimum of thirty (30) pounds
• Solid clerical, computer, and technology skills
• Positive, flexible, and enthusiastic individual who loves working with people.
• Strong organization and communication skills are necessary, with excellent written and verbal skills, including strength in proofreading and editing.
• Confidence and knowledge in using technology, and the ability to quickly learn the various programs that are used in the school and district.
• Self-starter qualities who recognizes the importance and timeliness of various tasks and responsibilities and is able to prioritize multiple duties.
• Professional demeanor when working in the office setting and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality on school matters.
• Comfort level in assisting in the health office, along with a willingness to be trained in CPR and first aid, and to assist in crisis management situations.
• Ability to supervise students indoors and outdoors as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent

Why People Stay:

Through one-on-one interviews, McFarland teachers say making deep connections with colleagues (including administrators) and students helps them feel supported in McFarland. Teachers who have worked in other districts noted how McFarland class sizes are lower, special education caseloads are smaller, team budgets are larger, and they are glad to work in a community that supports schools, has a positive climate, and a school board that respects teachers. We have a full-time librarian, social worker, school psychologist, and at least one school counselor in each building.

The District:

The McFarland School District stands out as one of the top academic districts in Dane County and Wisconsin, offering a strong educational foundation that families and educators are proud of. With an average enrollment of 2,100 to 2,400 students, McFarland is large enough to provide a comprehensive EC-12 academic and co-curricular program, yet small enough to focus on each student''s unique needs. Known statewide for its welcoming atmosphere and student-centered approach, McFarland consistently attracts top-quality staff who enhance our vibrant, thriving community.

The Schools:

For more information, visit our school websites:

• McFarland Primary School (K-2) click here.
• Waubesa Intermediate School (3-5) click here.
• Indian Mound Middle School (6-8) click here.
• McFarland High School (9-12) click here.

How to Apply: Send an application via WECAN including a letter of application, resume, letters of reference, transcript, and we'd welcome the opportunity to consider your application.

Hiring Authority: Corey Shefchik, Principal 5605 Red Oak Trail McFarland WI 53558 Phone: 608-838-7667 Email: shefchc@mcfsd.org

TITLE IX - COMPLIANCE

McFarland School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation (including transgender status, change of sex or gender identity), English language proficiency, age, military status, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability in its education programs or in employment. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX may be directed to: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF MCFARLAND 5101 Farwell Street McFarland, WI 53558 or to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, Dept. of Health, Education & Welfare, Washington DC.