Specialized Assistant: Resource Room

Specialized Assistant

We are hiring a Specialized Assistant to support students with disabilities in assigned buildings. The role involves building relationships with students, supporting teachers, and interacting with parents and families to ensure safety and success.

$20.70/hr - $24.79/hr (actual pay based on skills and experience, contact recruiter for details).

• Associate's Degree
• 60 completed college credits
• Proof of passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam

• Previous experience working with students in small group and RTI settings
• Understanding of how to read and understand a student's IEP
• Desire to become a certified teacher long term

• Demonstrate passion for working with students, especially in one on one and small group situations, and especially students with special education needs
• Effectively prioritize tasks as assigned by teachers and school leaders
• Ensure safety of students on caseload
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

• Must be able to stand, walk, and move quickly between indoor and outdoor settings for extended periods
• Regularly required to bend, kneel, crouch, and assist with physical transfers or interventions involving students
• Must be able to lift, push, or carry up to 50 pounds as needed
• Frequent verbal communication is required to support students, coordinate with staff, and manage emergent situations
• Occasional use of computers, radios, and other communication or documentation tools
• May be exposed to noise, weather conditions, and other elements associated with a school environment
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

At the Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

There are two 0.875 FTE positions (7 hours/day).