Special Education Para Educator

WAVERLY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Position Announcement

Job Title:

Special Education Para Educator

Location:

Winans Elementary

Start Date:

ASAP

Salary Range/ Level: As per the salary schedule contained in the WESPA Master Agreement Class I, $19.90 - $22.57 per hour

Terms of Employment:
School Year

Date Posted:
February 12, 2026

Final date to receive applications:
Until Filled

Application Process:

A completed online application is REQUIRED. (See application instructions at Special Education Para Educator Winans Feb 2026)

Resume and cover letter may be:

• Attached within the online application (preferred)
• Faxed:
• Mailed:
  Waverly Community Schools, 515 Snow Rd., Lansing, MI 48917

The Special Education Para educator is responsible for working as a team member in providing a quality educational program for students with.

Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular on time and in person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the effectiveness of strategies for individual and group behavioral management, academic or transitioning goals.
• Actively participate in building activities, meetings, conferences, IEPs, swimming or pool activities, lunch, community-based instruction or activities, etc. as determined by the building administration or assigned certified teacher.
• Assist in instruction of information and concepts, selection and preparation of materials, establishment of reward systems, as determined by the certified teacher.
• Assist with transportation-loading and unloading of buses.
• Transport small numbers of students to activities in school vehicles when necessary in accordance with board policy.
• Inform the certified teacher of any specific needs or concerns regarding the students.
• Follow through with suggestions by related service providers as directed by the teacher.
• Assist in the medical, adaptive daily living, and self-care needs of students which could include assisting students with eating, hygiene, toileting, and diapering.
• Lift and transfer students as needed.
• Assist in preparing students for pool activities and assist in the pool with students under WSI supervision.
• Assist in behavioral/academic/vocational interventions as needed.
• Perform record keeping and organizational tasks as appropriate.
• Interact with co-workers, administration, students, parents and the community in professional, supportive and cooperative ways.
• Serve as a positive role model.
• Assist in arranging and managing the physical setting so that it is conducive to learning.
• Assist with the school day activities such as before and after-school supervision, lunch and recess and bus loading and unloading supervision, to ensure the safety of all students.
• Maintain in-person and on-time attendance as required.
• Will be required to communicate effectively with staff and parents
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a high school diploma
• Prior experience working with students, school personnel, and parents
• CPI Certification or willingness to obtain
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of PBIS and MTSS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to demonstrate the character traits of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring when interacting with staff, students, and community members.

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to…