Behavior Paraprofessional

Grand Blanc Community Schools; Grand Blanc (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$14+/hour

Health Care/Dental/Vision

MPSERS Retirement

Life Insurance (policy $30,000)

10 days PTO + up to 6 paid snow days +

Paid holidays

Job summary

Woodland Park Academy is seeking a Full-Time Behavior Paraprofessional to assist the instructional program by implementing behavior practices that positively impact the classroom experience for all students.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with related coursework or experience in human services preferred; candidate should be able to follow behavior plans, communicate effectively, and work with diverse stakeholders in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 60 college hours or an associate's degree or Basic Skills passing.
• Experience or coursework in human services preferred.
• Ability to follow behavior program plans and support ABA-informed approaches.
• Strong written and oral communication; data handling and reporting.

Job description

Woodland Park Academy: Full-Time Behavior Paraprofessional

Employer: Academy Board of Directors

Reports To: Academy Director

Qualifications

Minimum Educational Requirements

• Shall hold, at a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Shall have completed at least 2 years (60 semester hours) of study at an institution of higher education OR obtained an associate's degree OR passed Basic Skills examinations.
• Experience or educational courses in human services area preferred

Minimum General Requirements

• Ability to follow leadership in educational planning and behavior management;
• Computer aptitude and ability to use technology to create, analyze and manipulate data and information;
• Ability to effectively work with students, parents, employees, and others;
• Ability to exercise initiative and effectively work independently;
• Demonstrate organizational ability;
• Capable of using effective oral and written communication skills, including public speaking, good listening skills, and development of grammatically correct letters and reports;
• Ability follow behavior program plans;
• Prior knowledge about Applied Behavior Analysis and/or believes all behavior serves a purpose and can be changed;
• Understands that to change student behavior, it is necessary to alter the environment and adult interactions with the student;
• Subject to a criminal records check as required by the Board of Directors' policy.

Purpose of the Position

The purpose of this position is to support the instructional program by implementing behavior practices that positively impact the classroom experience of all students.

Benefits

$14+/hour, 10-month position

MPSERS (Michigan Public Schools Employees Retirement System)

Health Care/Dental /Vision

Life Insurance policy equal to $30,000

10 days Paid Time Off + up to 6 paid snow days + paid holidays

Posting: 2026-2027 School Year

Amanda Martin, Administrator

Woodland Park Academy

2083 E. Grand Blanc Road, Grand Blanc, MI 48439

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