Paraprofessional - Special Education , Student Support

Overview

Full-Time Paraprofessional - Special Education 1:1, Student Support – Midland Public Schools, CENTRAL PARK - Midland, Michigan

Job is also posted in Midland Public Schools

Job : 5700408

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Summary

The Special Education Paraprofessional works one-on-one with students receiving special education support.

Assignment Information

• Full-Time
• Up to 40 Hours/Week
• Monday - Friday (when instruction is in session)
• $15.50/Hour - Starting wage is based on the current Midland Federation of Paraprofessionals Master Bargaining Agreement

Assignment Functions and Responsibilities

The job is not limited to any or all of the following functions and responsibilities:

• 1:1 Student Support
• Access to Support
• Lunch Supervision
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• CPR/First Aid certified (preferred; willing to be provided training)
• Must be Highly Qualified
  • Completed at least two years of college coursework with 60+ credits
  • Hold an Associate's Degree or higher
  • Para Pro Assessment - Qualifying score of 460+
  • The ETS Para Pro Assessment is a general aptitude test used to assess the skills and knowledge of prospective and practicing paraprofessionals in areas like reading, writing, and math. It is designed to determine if individuals possess the necessary abilities to effectively assist teachers in classroom instruction.

Essential

Skills and Abilities

• Proven organization and time management skills
• Dependable Attendance
• Ability to explain curriculum expectations following directive from teacher
• Ability to work professionally with staff, students, parents and other providers
• Ability to provide positive guidance to students in a manner that communicates dignity and respect
• Basic understanding of technology
• Ability to assist with personal care needs
• Able to sit, stand, bend, and walk frequently
• Some lifting may be required
• Experience and/or knowledge of behavioral management techniques

Application Procedure, Equal Opportunity Employment statement, and other non-essential promotional content have been omitted to focus on the job responsibilities and requirements.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.50 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Human Resources
• 600 E Carpenter St.
• Midland, Michigan 48640
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• Email: hr