Autism Program Paraeducator: Support & Grow with Students

Oakland Human Resources Consortium; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

West Bloomfield School District seeks a paraeducator for the Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The role supports students with special needs, adapts tasks, and collaborates with a diverse staff.

The position requires CPI certification and willingness to assist with basic living skills. Salary aligns with the district paraeducator contract and starts at 16.40 USD per hour, with a 0.50 increase for higher education credits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of students with special needs, preferably ASD.
• High initiative and ability to adapt to new situations.
• Ability to manage student behavior individually and in groups.
• Maintain student confidentiality and privacy.
• Collaborate with a diverse professional team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching basic living skills (toileting and feeding).
• Interpret and understand IEP goals/objectives.
• Implement and observe behavior data per team plans.
• Modify assignments based on individual functioning levels.
• Attend CPI training and maintain certification annually.

Skills

Special needs knowledge

Adaptability

Behavior management

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

60 credits or Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Internet

Job description

West Bloomfield School District seeks a paraeducator for the Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The role supports students with special needs, adapts tasks, and collaborates with a diverse staff.

The position requires CPI certification and willingness to assist with basic living skills. Salary aligns with the district paraeducator contract and starts at 16.40 USD per hour, with a 0.50 increase for higher education credits.