Paraprofessional -GSRP Assistant

Position: Paraprofessional #125-GSRP Assistant
Position Type:
Early Childhood/Early Childhood Support

Date Posted:
6/25/2026

Location:
Lamphere Early Childhood Center

District:
Lamphere Schools
Position: Paraprofessional #125-GSRP Assistant
Location: Lamphere Early Childhood Center
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30a.m.

-4p.m.
Compensation: $17.75-$20.00 per hour based on education and experience

Benefits: the following benefits are available

• health as per the ACA eligibility criteria
• paid sick and personal time*
• pension contribution options

* upon completion of a probationary period

Minimum Qualifications

• High School degree
• Must have a child development associate (CDA) credential or have an associate or baccalaureate degree or be enrolled in a program leading to such degree
• Demonstrated aptitude necessary to perform the required tasks
• Willingness to participate the staff development program
• Current child/adult CPR certification and current certification in Standard First Aid
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to withstand the strain of the position
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities:
Will include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Under the supervision of the Director and guidance of the Coordinator implements classroom and playground activities, consistent with the Lamphere Learning Ladder curriculum and prepared lesson plans
• Supervises children and maintains a harmonious atmosphere
• Meets the needs of individual children in conjunction with implementation of the lesson plans
• Treats each child with dignity and respect
• Helps each child to be successful
• Assists with meals, snacks and clean up routines
• Assists with wash up, toilet routines and clothing needs
• Performs student record-keeping, (i.e., food counts, attendance, observations, records, child assessments)
• Assists in preparing center and classroom displays and bulletin boards, room arrangement and the learning environment, consistent with the Lamphere Learning Ladder curriculum
• Cares for equipment, maintains a safe environment for children
• Participates in Lamphere Learning Ladder staff meetings and staff development training programs
• Establishes a positive relationship with parents
• Works cooperatively with school and Learning Ladder staff
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Other responsibilities as deemed reasonable and necessary by the Director

Employment is contingent upon disclosure in accordance with PA-189.
Ability to withstand the strains and successfully manage the responsibilities of the position.
Must demonstrate reliability and punctuality, with a strong record of consistent attendance. Regular and dependable presence during school hours is essential.
All staff members are expected to maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward one another at all times.

Qualified Applicant Procedure:
Certified Positions
Non-Certified Positions

Selected candidates will be required to have a district paid fingerprint criminal history check processed through the Michigan State Police and FBI.

It shall be the policy of the district not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law.