GSRP Behavior Support Para Job Hickory Corners Michigan USA,Education / Teaching

JOB POSTING

GSRP Behavior Support Paraprofessional–

WK Kellogg

October 15, 2026

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the administrator, the behavior support staff is responsible for providing support to GSRP aged students.

Qualifications:

Required:

Possess an associate’s (or higher) degree or completed two years of study at an institution of higher education or completed ETS Parapro Assessment. This is within the guidelines for the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven organizational skills

Demonstrated success as a collaborator and proven team player

Demonstrated successful communication skills with students, staff, parents and community

Ability to maintain composure, even temperament, and support during high-tension situations

Ability to think quickly and respond under pressure

Willingness and ability to intervene calmly with students who are behaviorally escalated and/or aggressive

History of positive interactions with students

Willing to be trained in crisis intervention strategies and use physical redirections and interventions as a last resort

Desired Characteristics:

Previous experience working with children with behavioral needs

Experience working with aggressive and escalated students

Experience working with behavioral teaching strategies and replacement behaviors

Duties:

Prioritize and assist GSRP students in school environment who need additional behavioral support

Support educational/behavioral objectives as given by the teacher/staff

Maintain student self-respect, information, and confidentiality

Work independently and cooperatively with administrators and teachers

Provides individual assistance to behaviorally escalated students

Ability to plan and organize; proactive in preventing behavior issues; good work habits

Willing to attend conferences and participate in professional development

Perform other duties as assigned by the administration

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK

In accordance with state law and board policy, no person shall be hired to work in contact with children prior to being fingerprinted and passing a criminal records review.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Final date to receive applications:
Open Until filled Start Date &

Hours:

ASAP, Monday
-Thursday , 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Salary: $19.84 per hour-Step 1