Special Education Paraprofessional (classification #130

Special Education - Paraprofessional

Location:

Lessenger Elementary

Start Date:

2026/2027 SY

Salary:
Starting at $18.00/hour based on prior similar experience, additional yearly stipend of $1,125

Benefits:
The following benefits are available health, dental and vision (single care coverage)
* paid sick and personal time
* pension contribution options
* upon completion of a probationary period

High School graduate, or equivalent or advanced training in a community college or degree granting institution with an approved special education aide training program

Experience working with students with health care needs, emotional impairments, autism spectrum disorder, cognitive impairments, and/or physical disabilities, or equivalent experience

Willingness to participate in additional training related to healthcare procedures and the management of student health needs in accordance with their healthcare plan

Willingness and ability to conduct necessary physical management and physical care procedures with the students, including activities of daily living, monitoring of medical conditions, and implementing medical procedures for which training has been provided

Willingness to be trained in CPR, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques, and necessary medical procedures

Good health, stamina for assigned duties, and positive attitude toward students

Willingness and ability to work with students with aggressive and/or anti-social behaviors, e.g., threatening, hitting, kicking, biting, spitting, etc.

Ability to withstand the stress of the position

Willingness and ability to manage students in both school and community based instruction

Basic computer literacy and operational knowledge of instructional support equipment (video, laminator, copying, projectors, etc)

Willingness to be trained in medical care plans (e.g., allergen, asthmatic, and/or diabetic management) under the minimum qualifications

Monitor and manage student medical needs per medical plans to the responsibilities

Supervise and monitor the physical condition of students with such conditions as diabetes and seizure disorders and implement medical procedures in accordance with healthcare plans

Assist in preparation, implementation and record-keeping of instructional activities under the direction of teachers and ancillary staff

Under the direction of the teacher, conduct assigned training activities with small groups of students at various sites, including locations other than the classroom, such as the library, cafeteria, hallways, bathrooms, community-based instruction settings

Provide instructional assistance under the direction of classroom teacher and ancillary staff

Properly implement behavior management plans, including crisis intervention procedures

Assist in extensive data collection related to behavioral analysis, physical function and instructional progress as directed by professional staff

Participate in professional development, student staffing, program committees and other meetings as directed by supervisor

Care for instructional materials when appropriate

Enter data and prepare reports on computer as designated by teachers and ancillary staff

Other duties as assigned

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.

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.