Medical​/Behavioral Paraprofessional

Overview

Job Posting Dates: April 16, 2026 until filled

Location: Later Elementary (Grades 3-5)

Reports to: Later Elementary Principal

Job Type: Full-Time / Hourly / Non-Exempt

• High School Diploma or Associate Degree
• Completed ETS Parapro Assessment with a passing score of 460 or higher
• CPI Certification (preferred)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)

• Implementing instructional accommodations and modifications outlined in the IEP under the direction of the classroom teacher and special education team
• Providing close proximity support during instruction to assist with attention, on-task behavior, and medical response capability
• Recognizing signs of diabetic distress and seizure activity and following response protocols including blood sugar monitoring and seizure management
• Accompanying the student at all times to ensure immediate medical response capability
• Documenting all medical events, interventions, and observations accurately and in a timely manner
• Implementing instructional accommodations and modifications outlined in the IEP
• Implementing behavioral strategies outlined in the PBSP with fidelity and consistency
• Proactively organizing the physical environment to reduce sensory overload, distraction, or injury

Salary/Benefits: Starting at $17.57/hour; per the PPESPA Agreement under the paraprofessional classification

Days/

Hours:

School Days/8:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (includes a 30-minute unpaid break)

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:
It is the policy of the Paw Paw Public School District that no discriminatory practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other status covered by federal, state, or local law be allowed during any program, activity, service, or in employment. Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to the Director of Finance or Director of Curriculum/Instruction and State/Federal Programs, 119 Johnson Rd.,

Paw Paw, MI 49079,